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Home My WebLink AboutAgenda 05-16-2023; 4-c - Presentation Regarding Uproar Festival of Public Art 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: May 16, 2023 Action Agenda Item No. 4-c SUBJECT: Presentation Regarding Uproar Festival of Public Art DEPARTMENT: County Manager— Arts Commission ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Katie Murray, Arts Commission Director, Presentation 919-245-2335 PURPOSE: To receive information on a new upcoming, countywide festival called Uproar Festival of Public Art. BACKGROUND: Uproar Festival of Public Art is four years in the making. Supported by all three municipalities, UNC-Chapel Hill, and other civic and arts organizations, Uproar will drive tourism into the downtown communities during the slow summer months while celebrating the participating artists and community pride. The festival will take place through downtown Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough and will feature 60 outdoor works of public art. A jury panel and the public will be responsible for selecting winners and cash prizes will be awarded. Uproar is the first event of its kind in NC, due to its scale and prioritization of accessibility and community engagement, and is the recipient of the Orange County Arts Commission's first award from the National Endowment for the Arts. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Partial funding for Uproar is provided by Article 46 Sales Tax, as well as occupancy tax through both the Arts Commission and Visitors Bureau. Uproar will have a significant indirect financial impact to Orange County through visitor spending in local hotels, restaurants, and businesses. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this item: • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status. Uproar will be a fully accessible activity for all people to enjoy, including those with limited mobility, low vision, and limited financial resources. 2 • GOAL: ENABLE FULL CIVIC PARTICIPATION Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. Uproar involves community engagement in selection of a People's Choice Winner. Participation is free, allowing people of all socioeconomic levels to enjoy the event. Locations and transportation options will allow participation by those with limited mobility, and audio descriptions will allow individuals with low vision to fully experience the event. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: The following Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact is applicable to this item: • ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING Promote the use of chemicals, materials, equipment, and systems which are officially recognized as to minimize environmental impacts. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board receive the information on the Uproar Festival of Public Art and provide any comments or questions. uPR festival of Public Art i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art hot is Uproar." d A new arts festival coming to Orange County July 14 - August 12, 2023. Sixty bold, large-scale, outdoor works of art will be showcased throughout the downtown communities of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough. 5 A • ' - . 1 Uproar Partners / Supporters XD � � �' Chapel Hill ti CH "� ft", COMMUNITY ��ti6�4��f,;I ARTS & CULTURE CCThe Chamber GIC)o Fo.��eo�e..�ap=�H,11-Ca.,eo., ORANGE COUNT Y ARTS COMMISSION *+*.*F- North ORANGE COUNTY NATIONAL ENDOWMENT Carolina ARTS ALLIANCE Arts ORANGE COUNTY ,;�, �;; �uncil NORTH CAROLINA ■�• •■+ "'�Y�°� *•��1 rr r aflecdrrshrp i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH 1jPRORR UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art hy Are e Doing This? To celebrate artists. We want our community to serve as the backdrop for fantastic, awe-inspiring works of art while celebrating, supporting, and welcoming the participating artists. i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH ,jPRORR UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art hy Are e Doing This? To engage art lovers of all types. We believe ALL people should be able to participate in the arts. Uproar will provide a completely free and accessible experience for visitors of all abilities and will engage the community in selecting the People's Choice Winner. i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art hy Are e Doing This? To support and celebrate our community. Uproar will create an exciting reason to visit Orange County during our slower summer months. Visitor spending will support our local businesses and offer an opportunity to show off our community spirit and pride. i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art How ill • r W) L it 1 . CALL FOR ARTISTS: 101 Applications! • 18+ living in the southeast • Outdoor art: 31), 21), installation, projection, etc. • Selection panel of artists + public art administrators • Selected artists receive $500 + 4 nights lodging + mileage 1 i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art How It ork? L I .j 2. INSTALLATION: Week of July 10 • Supervised by teams of art handlers + volunteers 3. OPENING PARTY: Friday, July 14 in Chapel Hill or Carrboro • Celebrate artists, sponsors, and volunteers • Ticketed event i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art How It ork? 4. FESTIVAL/VOTING PERIOD: July 14 - August 11 • Visitors will seek out and score artwork • Travel itineraries will guide visitors to our hotels and businesses • Trolleys in Chapel Hill/Carrboro and Orange County Dpt. of Transportation in Hillsborough will provide transport assistance i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art How It ork? 5. AWARDS PARTY: Saturday, August 12 at Eno Arts Mill, Hillsborough • $ 10,000 Jury 1 st Place • $ 10,000 People's Choice Award • $5,000 Jury 2nd Place • Sponsor's Choice Awards for • $2,500 Jury 3rd Place donors $ 1,000+ i i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARR130R0 CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art jury Panel ANTOINE WILLIAMS LARRY WHEELER STACEY L. KIRBY Award-winning interdisciplinary Retired director, Installation artist; winner of artist; UNC MFA North Carolina Museum of Art ArtPrize 8 14 JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 Lul P R UproarFestNC.corn Festival of Public Art 3 R E AS 0 N S to get excited... U roar is the first event of its kind in NC p Uproar is the first event of its nature in our state. The scale of the event, artist support, and prioritization of accessibility, make this different from similar festivals. 15 JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 Lul P R UproarFestNC.corn Festival of Public Art 3 R E AS 0 N S to get excited... lJproar is going to be big news. We anticipate broad media coverage from around the state. The combined reach of Uproar partners + Andrea Cash Creative will reach millions 0f 0eople throughout the Triangle and bey0nd. 16 JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 Lul P R UproarFestNC.corn Festival of Public Art 3 R E AS 0 N S to get excited... Uproar will show off Orange County. Uproar will shine a spotlight on Orange County and showcase the creative soul long synonymous with Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough. i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art HOW to Qet Involved VOLUNTEER ! • Outreach • Opening/Awards Party help • Artist Hospitality & Welcome Centers • Logistics Support i JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art HOW to Qet Involved SPONSOR ! • Sponsorship range $500 - $25,000 (individuals or businesses) • Statewide marketing campaign • Logo placement & naming opportunities for Opening/Awards Parties, People's Choice Award, and more JULY 14 - AUGUST 12, 2023 CARRBORO I CHAPEL HILL I HILLSBOROUGH UproarFestNC.com Festival of Public Art HOW to Qet Involved SPREAD THE WORDY. m 11 (9 @UproarFestNC @OCNCarts UproarFestNC.com uPR festival of Public Art