The Art-in-Architecture Program of the Capital Development Board is pleased to announce a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to Illinois professional artists to create permanent original public art for the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice Monarch Youth Center in Lincoln, Illinois. The Committee is seeking one artist to create two murals. The first mural will be 6' tall and 10'-5" wide and is located next to the main entrance at the back of a seating niche. This space is where all visitors and staff are welcomed into the building. It is a large vestibule that establishes the security check point into the building. Youth have no day-to-day access to this vestibule but the mural is visible from the main lobby beyond this entry vestibule. The second mural will be 5'-8" tall x 15'-9" wide and is located in the lobby/resource center. The purpose of this space is to provide a multifunctional welcoming environment that fosters artistic expression, supports learning, and promotes relaxation and connection among the youth. The lobby/resource center will have a small library and reading area with comfortable seating. It is connected to a culinary arts kitchen where the youth can prepare smoothies and juices for their families. Also included is a dedicated art section where the youth can showcase their creative works. These pieces will be displayed in a case with a rotating selection, bringing new perspectives and encouraging youth creativity.
