sculpture on the lawn 2026

Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs and the Public Art Review Board invite artists to submit work – existing or conceptual – for the 11th annual Sculpture on the Lawn exhibition, an outdoor display featured at the entrance to the Orange County Administration Center in the heart of downtown Orlando, Florida, where the works are visible to approximately 10,000 people daily.

Sites and Safety: While artistic quality is very important, works will be reviewed for durability, safety, and appropriateness to the site. Artworks must be structurally sound and able to withstand an outdoor environment in a largely unsupervised area that is not protected from weather or curious viewers. Orlando has a subtropical climate that is hot and humid with intense sun and seasonal heavy rains and hurricane-force winds. Avoiding potential problems such as deteriorating rust and fading should be considered. Orange County provides 12’ x 12’ concrete pads. Sculptures must be firmly secured to the pads.

Sculptures may have electrical components, as electrical outlets are available at each sculpture pad. Sculptors are responsible for securing wire connections for safety.

Artist Responsibilities: Selected artists must send the weight of sculpture, specific installation instructions, to coordinate with installation crew and Orange County Staff. Artists are responsible for transporting the artwork to the site on the specified date. If artwork is being imported to the United States, the artist’s shipping/customs agent must be both the verified exporter and importer for receiving.

Insurance: Orange County will insure the artwork up to its stated value or $50,000, whichever is less, for theft or major vandalism once installed. The artist will be responsible for any repairs needed due to fabrication defects or reasonable wear and tear of the object in a public location. Artists are encouraged but not required to secure liability insurance.

Sales: Sales of artworks are encouraged. Any sales inquiries will be forwarded to the artist or designated agent. No commission will be charged. Sculptures must remain on site until January 2027.

Timeline:

• Installation Day: Thursday, January 15, 2026
• Opening Reception: Friday, January 16, 2026 (5:30 to 6:30pm EST)
• International Sculpture Day: Saturday, April 25, 2026 (Sculptor participation expected)
• Sculpture Removal: Thursday, January 21, 2027