Beam Center NYC Open Call

Beam Center seeks design proposals for an ambitious public artwork that will be brought to life through collaborations between youth, Beam Camp staff and the selected proposer. Projects will be realized by a community of more than 100 young people at Beam Camp in summer 2024.

Beam Camp is a specialized summer camp for building and collaboration located in Strafford, NH. Our award-winning program offers youth (ages 10-17) the opportunity to cultivate hands-on skills while exploring innovative thinking, design, problem solving and the creative process.

Every year, Beam Camp solicits proposals for unique and spectacular large-scale projects that serve as the centerpiece for the 29-day session of camp, during which they will be built and brought to life by 100 campers and 20+ staff. Their Project Team works with the winning designers to translate their project designs into the camp context. They pride ourselves on the high level of craftsmanship and skill that their Projects and the work of their staff and campers reflect. Please take some time to familiarize yourself with their past projects.

Winning proposals will be selected by a committee composed of Beam Center staff, youth, past project designers, and community members. Selected project artists receive a $5,000 award and a $15,000 fabrication budget.

Application Instructions

For further information, application instructions, and to apply, visit their website.