Call For Artists: Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center’s “Chair for Charity”
The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum is looking for local artists to paint school chairs used by students who attended The Boynton School, where the Museum is housed now. This is a chance for artists to give these adorable children’s chairs their own unique style representative of the history of The Boynton School. Each painted chair will be auctioned during The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum’s Reunion Bash on Saturday, February 28. All proceeds will benefit The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center in Boynton Beach. The Rickie Report is pleased to share this Call for Artists, the applications and NEWEST details here. The deadline is January 17th! The Rickie Report gives you the UPDATED information here.
Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center
129 East Ocean Ave.
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
The Boynton School was built in 1913 and operated as a school until 1990. The building is one of the few original schoolhouses still in the business of educating children on a daily basis. The Museum is the proud winner of South Florida Parenting Magazine’s 2014 Kid’s Crown Award for Best Museum/Theater in Palm Beach County.
The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum is looking for local artists to paint school chairs used by students who attended The Boynton School, where the Museum is housed now.
This is a chance for artists to give these adorable children’s chairs their own unique style representative of the history of The Boynton School. Each painted chair will be auctioned during The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum’s Reunion Bash on Saturday, February 28. All proceeds will benefit The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center in Boynton Beach.
IMPORTANT DATES TO KNOW:
DEADLINE for submissions: January 17, 2015
ANNOUNCEMENT of Acceptance: January 19, 2015
PICK UP CHAIRS: January 20th
CHAIRS DUE: February 10, 2015
EVENT: February 28, 2015
PLEASE SUBMIT:
An application form along with your proposed original design, a biography of no more than 200 words, contact information, and social media handles by January 17, 2015 to:
Suzanne Ross at Suzanne@Schoolhousemuseum.org
or by mail to
129 East Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
SELECTED ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE:
• A complimentary ticket to the event, valued at $75.
• Brief biography on the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum website.
• Mention in our social media and e-newsletter.
• Names of participating artists may be included in press releases and/or event coverage.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
• Designs will be selected by a committee of local artists and business leaders.
• Selected artists of designs will be notified by January 19, 2015.
• Chairs may be picked up on January 20, 2015, with delivery of the completed chair by 4 p.m. on February 10, 2015.
• The chair is considered property of the Museum and is provided in ‘as is’ condition.
• Chairs must be painted with durable paint for a wooden finish. Clear coating over paint is advised. You are free to sand the chair to paint a base coat.
• The artist’s time and resources shall be considered a donation to the Museum.
• The artist gives the Museum permission to use his or her name and likeness to promote the Reunion Bash.
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Application Form
Artist name: _____________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________
City / State / Zip: ______________________________________________________
Phone: ____________________________________
Email: ___________________________
Social media handles:
Facebook: _________________________________
Twitter: __________________________
Instagram: _________________________________
Please include:
• Your proposed original design. A rough colored sketch on a 8.5 x 11 size paper and a brief description of the design.
• A biography of no more than 200 words
• Submit by January 17, 2015 to:
Suzanne Ross at Suzanne@Schoolhousemuseum.org or by mail to -
129 East Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33435.
More About The Schoolhouse Museum:
Experience South Florida’s history through two floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits
Learn art, music, the sciences and more through FREE weekly programs, affordable education classes and specialty workshops.
Celebrate a birthday or special occasion in your own private party room.
Visit the Gift Shop and chose from a unique selection of toys, games, books, crafts and signature items at complement our exhibits and programs.
Become a member TODAY and enjoy complimentary admission, discounts on purchases, events, classes and more.
The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center is wheelchair accessible and accommodates people with special needs.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays, Mondays and major holidays
Admission Prices:
$5.00 Children over 1 & Adults
$4.50 Seniors (ages 62 and older)
Directions:
Exit I-95 at Boynton Beach Blvd. Travel east ¼ mile to Seacrest Blvd. Turn right (south) on Seacrest Blvd. and travel 2 blocks. Turn left (east) on Ocean Ave. The Schoolhouse is located at 129 Ocean Ave.
