SEPTA invites all artists living in the Greater Philadelphia area to apply for a public art commission. Artists are asked to envision permanent artwork that will be seen by tens of thousands of pedestrians, shoppers, residents, motorists and SEPTA riders commuting through or passing by the Cheltenham-Ogontz Bus Loop each day.

The Art In Transit Program is designed to incorporate art elements into renovation and construction projects for selected stations and public transportation facilities. The program allocates up to one percent of the construction budget of capitally funded projects for the design, fabrication and installation of permanent artwork. The purpose of the Art in Transit Program is to create a more inviting and dynamic transit environment for regular and new riders and to foster a feeling of pride within the surrounding community.

Deadline | April 23, 2011

Cheltenham-Ogontz Bus Loop
Northwest corner of Cheltenham & Ogontz Avenue, across from Cheltenham Square Mall

A call for artwork to be commissioned for a 200 feet long by 20 feet wide stretch of landscaped green space, parallel to Ogontz Avenue.

The project budget is $145,000.

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