Exhibits: Exhibition Proposals
The college exhibitions program invites faculty to consider developing exhibitions of art and/or objects as an enrichment of their teaching and scholarly interests. Guided by the Exhibitions Coordinator, the John B. Hurford '60 Humanities Center Staff will work closely with faculty to mount exhibitions that make best use of the college’s spaces, collections, and other resources to extend cultural literacy through the display of visual and material items. Beyond use of Haverford's own collections, we invite proposals for traveling exhibitions, single and group artist shows, as well as visiting curators.
Faculty interested in sponsoring or curating an exhibit are encouraged to work with Matthew Callinan, Exhibitions Coordinator, (mcallina@haverford.edu) to develop their proposals.
Those individuals or groups outside of the campus community interested in proposing exhibitions may do so, however, it should be noted priority will be given to exhibits proposed by Haverford Faculty.
Proposals should include and/or address to the extent possible the following:
Audience/Curricular Links/Programming
- Proposal Statement/Cover Letter (including mention of audience, curricular links, and any ideas for supplementary programming such as gallery talks/lectures)
- Artist(s) Resumé(s) and/or exhibition information from lending institution(s)
- Illustrative samples of images/objects (digital format required)
- What sort of didactic material do you have in mind for the exhibit?
Material Concerns
- List of potential materials (including quantity, media, size, and readiness to display/hang)
- Owner(s) of materials and obligations regarding safety and security measures as well as replacement values
- Exhibition dates in relation to the Academic Calendar and availability of exhibition space(s)
Budgetary Concerns
- Estimated costs of loan, insurance, publicity, shipment, mounting supplies (including signage/labels and display/hanging materials), additional installation assistance, additional print materials (gallery handouts, catalogue, programs), opening reception, and related programming (including honoraria, travel, lodging, meals, and materials)
- Individuals, departments, and/or organizations offering programmatic and/or financial support (if support is financial, a rough estimate of available funds should be provided)
Proposals for Spring 2010 are due: October 23, 2009.
Proposals for events that require more advance planning are also welcome: for the 2010-11 academic year, and beyond. The Cantor Fitzgerald Gallery schedule for 2010-11 is close to be being completely set.
Humanities Center Grant Application Form for Symposia, Talks or Readings (single or series), Performing Arts, Exhibitions, Film Screenings (single or series), Faculty Working Group, Summer Curricular Institutes, or Residency.