Elizabeth Renaissance Foundation

Elizabeth Renaissance Foundation + Elizabeth Tourism + Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce + Elizabeth Artistry Commission, in cooperation with the City of Elizabeth and 21B Group, invites you to view the latest exhibition in celebration of Jewish-American Heritage Month, featuring the diverse and vibrant contributions of artists from our community.

Open to the public
Monday thru Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

KINDLY CALL AHEAD & LET US KNOW YOU’RE COMING: (908) 355-7600

Elizabeth Renaissance Foundation + Elizabeth Tourism + Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce + Elizabeth Artistry Commission, in cooperation with the City of Elizabeth, is putting out a CALL FOR ARTISTS to exhibit their work at the Art Gallery at the Elizabeth Business & Tourism Welcome Center, located in Historic Midtown

The latest exhibition will feature female artists showcasing "The Many Faces of Our Diversity" theme, in tribute to Women's History Month.

The deadline for submitting creative works is Friday, February 24th. Please refer to the details on the posted flyer. For additional details or questions, please e-mail [email protected]

"May the ancestors walk with us."

Artist: Kervin Andre

Come visit our gallery at 142 Broad St. Elizabeth NJ from Monday - Friday between 9:30 a.m - 4:30 p.m.

The City of Elizabeth NJ - City Hall is looking to have a mural at a busy bus stop on East Jersey Street. It is the side of the building of 97 Broad Street. In the heart of Historic Midtown Elizabeth, the committee would like something that reflects as a tourist memento, suitable for selfies. At the same time this vibrant image would exemplify the unique rich historical, architectural, industrial, and strategic significance of the City of Elizabeth.

Seeking experienced artists who have done murals on a multi-story building.

Content should not contain political or religious themes.
• Artist (s) must be 18 years or older to apply.
• This call is open to all artists who legally reside and are eligible to work in the United States. Proof of residency/work permit documentation may be requested.

Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the actual site before submitting the application. See photo below.

All materials such as paint, brushes, boom lift, transportation, sub-contractors, etc. are the responsibility of the artist. An anti-graffiti seal must be included. Mural shall be all weather paint, requiring minimal maintenance.

There will be a stipend for the artist not to exceed $ 17,000.00.

HOW TO APPLY:
• Cover sheet: Name, address, contact phone #, email address to Apply:
• Cover sheet: Name, address, contact phone #, email address
• Please include a full color rendering in a jpeg or pdf of your design. Scale drawing of proposed project on 8 ½ x 11 paper (in color).
• Include 2-3 previous examples of your outdoor mural work, date completed and location.
• Budget: Proposed budget including an itemized list of all supplies, materials, estimated costs, and commission rate (amount per sq. foot), itemized

Submissions have been extended to Monday, August 8, 2022, no later than 4 pm

Please email proposals to: [email protected]

Questions can be submitted to Phyllis Reich [email protected] or call: (908) 820-4037
Completion of the mural: fall 2022 (Weather permitting)

Submissions are reviewed by a committee. The selected artist will be notified, and a City of Elizabeth contract will be forthcoming.