sculpturetour salina exhibition
SculptureTour Salina (STS) is an annual curated exhibition in Salina, Kansas which includes juried work and direct selection of artists. Salina is an extraordinary community boasting a cultural vibe beyond expectations.
The STS exhibition is open to any artist creating work suitable for outdoor display. Between 20-25 sculptures are selected and carefully sited in historic downtown Salina. Sculptures
remain installed for one year and the program is marketed to provide both viewing enjoyment to community and visitors, and an opportunity to sell artists’ work.
To date, more than 40 sculptures have been purchased by local businesses and individuals.
Fourteen People’s Choice Award winners have also been purchased and placed in the community. The City of Salina designates up to $20,000 for the purchase of the People’s Choice ballot winner. The sculpture is then installed in a public environment within the community as part of Salina’s growing public art collection.
In addition to the People’s Choice Award, $4,750 in Juror’s Merit Awards and $1,500 in Public Merit Awards are given.
STS Policies
Selected sculptures will be on display from early May through early April.
Sculptures are required to remain installed for the duration.
A stipend of $1,500 is awarded for each sculpture.
One-night complimentary stay per artist
Artists have the option to participate in the People’s Choice Award program.
Artists have the option to list their artwork for sale.
SculptureTour Salina (STS) retains 25% commission on sold work.
STS provides technical assistance during installation of artwork.
Work has been commissioned from participating artists on occasion.
Calendar
April 2026: De-installation of 2025 exhibit, Installation of 2026 exhibit begins
May 2, 2026: Opening day, UnWrap Party, Juror’s Merit Awards Announced
May 2, 2026 – April 2027: Exhibit open
May 2-December 31, 2026: People’s Choice Award Voting Period
January 2027: People’s Choice Award Announcement
April 2027: De-installation of 2026 exhibit
May 31, 2027: All pieces must be retrieved from Salina, or storage fees or $50 per month will commence.