RFP - Resident Artist Professional Services

The Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture is soliciting three professional artists to serve as Resident Artists in the Air: Boston. Each artist will be embedded within a different city department and partner with a community‑based organization to develop socially engaged art projects that address civic challenges. The engagement runs for one year (January 2027 – December 2027) and includes collaboration, public programming, and documentation of outcomes. Applicants must submit a proposal describing their artistic practice, community engagement strategy, and budget. • 3 resident artist positions • One‑year term (Jan 2027‑Dec 2027) • Embedded in city departments, partnered with community NGOs • Focus on socially engaged, civic‑oriented art • Proposal required; no multiple bids allowed.