If you've ever wanted to put Riverside on a national stage, here's your chance. The city is looking for artists to design an official poster marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence – and submissions are due April 26.
The project is part of the America 250 City Art Poster Project, a nationwide effort organized by the U.S. Conference of Mayors in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Riverside's selected design will represent the city at the U.S. Conference of Mayors' 94th Annual Meeting in Long Beach.
"The arts have always played an important role in telling the story of who we are as a community," Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson said in a statement. "Through the America 250 City Art Poster Project, we have an opportunity to celebrate Riverside's history, creativity, and optimism for the future."
Anyone can enter -- there are no age or experience requirements. Designs must include the words "Riverside" and "America 250," reflect themes of civic pride and historical connection, and stay nonpartisan. Artwork should be sized at 22 by 30 inches with bleed and submitted as a high-quality PDF or dropped off in person.
The top three finalists will receive cash honorariums: $450 for first place, $300 for second, and $150 for third. Selected works may also appear in national print and digital publications, and all submissions may be used for local community posters.
More information: Entries are due Sunday, April 26. Send submissions to SpecialEvents@RiversideCA.gov or bring them to Riverside City Hall, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., attention Jessica Hernandez. Details can be found at riversideca.gov.
