Kansas City’s One Percent for Art program is seeking a visionary artist or artist team to shape its future for the Barney Allis Plaza as it undergoes a transformative redesign. A Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is now open at https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=14936, inviting artists from around the world to submit their qualifications for this vibrant downtown plaza.
Framed by the Kansas City Convention Center, the historic Folly Theater, and a skyline of hotels and offices, the Barney Allis Plaza will become a central hub of activity and connection.
The selected artist(s) will develop a cohesive, site-wide artistic vision, integrating artwork throughout the plaza to create an immersive and unified experience.
Petrichor Projects will serve as the curatorial consultant, collaborating with the design and construction teams to ensure art is thoughtfully integrated into the site and will be an essential element of the plaza’s identity.
RFQ Details:
• Opened: February 17, 2025
• Deadline: March 28, 2025
• Artists with public art experience are encouraged to apply. Teams may include artists new to large-scale public work.
Selection Process:
Kansas City and Petrichor Projects will oversee the selection process, with a panel of museum professionals, curators, and public art experts reviewing applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive a proposal fee to develop their concepts, and a final selection committee of stakeholders and community members will choose the winning artist(s).
Office Hours with Petrichor Projects:
Artists can schedule one-on-one consultations to receive mentorship on navigating the public art process. Local artists will be prioritized through February 25, 2025. Register at barneyallis.org/public-art.
• Feb 27 | 9 AM – 4 PM | Zhou B Art Center
• Mar 5 | 12 PM – 5 PM | Charlotte Street
• Mar 6 | 9 AM – 4 PM | Line Creek Community Center
Information Sessions:
• In-Person: March 3, 2025, 6 p.m. CST | Crossroads Hotel, 2101 Central St, KC, MO
• Virtual: March 3, 2025, 9 a.m. CST | Zoom Link .
