Dexter Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee Extends Deadline for Public Art Applicants

The application deadline for the Village of Dexter's first sculpture display has been extended through May 1.

Five temporary locations in the community have been selected as locations for the displays, including Mill Creek Park, the Jeffords and Main Street plaza, , downtown Main Street near , and Alpine Street near the Dexter Farmers Market.

According to Courtney Nicholls, assistant village manager, once all applications have been submitted, a nine-person panel consisting of representatives from the Planning Commission, Downtown Development Authority, Parks and Recreation Department, Arts, Culture and Heritage committee, and the general public will review the submitted artwork. The village council will determine what art pieces to display by way of a vote during a future council meeting.

The five artists whose pieces are picked will receive a $200 stipend for their submission.

The art will be on display for several community events including the Dexter Summer Concert Series, Dexter Daze, and Apple Daze.

“I think people will be pleased with this and it will be great for the village,” trustee Paul Cousins said.

Artists may submit up to three original sculptures. Artists can download an application online at http://www.villageofdexter.org by clicking on the reference desk link. The completed application along with a $10 application, a CD of photos, and a biography/artist’s statement can be submitted to the Village of Dexter, 8140 Main St., Dexter, MI 48130.

Artists will be notified of a decision by May 29. For more information, call Courtney Nicholls at 734-426-8303, Ext. 17, or email cnicholls@villageofdexter.org.