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How to Apply
Completed applications must include all of the following: Completed detailed application form Attachment A: Complete description of proposed exhibition concept (150-200 words). Attachment B: Curator(s) biography/resume Attachment C: Images - A minimum of 2-4 slides representing the work of each proposed artist or category of objects to be included in the exhibition. All submissions should be in a PowerPoint presentation submitted on a CD with digital file images no larger then 300 dpi.* Attachment D: Resume and/or artist statement for each artist Attachment E: Preliminary Checklist of art works or objects to be included in the exhibition Attachment F: Sample of wall text and label copy SASE for return of application materials
When to Apply
The optimal submission timeframe for exhibition proposals is three-years prior to the exhibition opening. However, under extenuating circumstances exhibition proposals will be accepted two-years in advance of an exhibition. Applicants will be notified of their exhibition proposal's acceptance or rejection within three months of their concept submission.

General Information	Contact Person: Organization: Address: City: _________________State___________ Phone Number________________Fax________________email________________

Exhibition Content	Proposed Exhibition Title: Originating Organization: Curator(s): Attachment A - Description of the exhibition themes which address the following: Describe the exhibition goal(s). Describe the key messages or educational content areas that the exhibition will cover or convey to the public. Identify the target audiences. Exhibition Interpretive Strategies (i.e., messages conveyed through photos, objects, paintings, label copy) Attachment B - Include brief resume/CV of the curator(s) no longer than 2 pages each. Attachment C - Include photos of some of the objects (see instructions above).* Attachment D - Resume and artist statement for each artist, if applicable.

Physical Details of the Exhibition	Number of objects to be included in the exhibition. Type of objects (i.e., paintings, sculpture, artifacts, photos, etc.). Are the objects framed? How large is the exhibition (i.e. estimated linear feet and/or square feet)? Are there any special environmental considerations (i.e. light levels?). Is the exhibition crated? Please describe the crating. Attachment E - Provide a preliminary checklist of items in the exhibition (if available. Include artist, object title and date, medium, dimensions, weight, source and insurance value.) Indicate if work is framed, unframed or 3D. Describe the support materials: Is object label copy available? If it is not available see Exhibition Production Timeline for submission deadlines. Are there introductory text panels, graphics or other visuals? Are there education materials for teachers, students, visitors? Attachment F - Please supply samples of label copy and other support materials.

Proposed Dates/Timing	Provide proposed dates for the exhibition. Include two weeks for installation and one week for the de-installation of the exhibition.

Exhibition History	Has this exhibition been to other venues? If so, where and when? Where is the exhibition currently? Where are the other proposed venues? Do press materials exist? If so, please enclose a press release and press photos.

Proposed Public Programs	List some ideas for accompanying public programs (i.e., artist(s) lecture, symposium, panel discussion, demonstration, slide presentation, performances, etc.) Provide a speakers' list, if available. Are there required fees/honorariums for the speaker(s)/presenter(s)?

Exhibition Budget	Provide an exhibition budget including all costs to the Hofstra University Museum such as rental fee, transportation costs, installation costs, photography costs, and framing costs. Indicate confirmed and potential funding sources, etc.

Exhibition Publication	Specifications of potential publication: Include type and size of publication, number of pages, number of color and/or black & white images, etc. *The Museum will not be able to produce catalogs for all exhibitions.

Please send completed form including all supporting material to: Karen Albert Assistant Director of Exhibitions and Collections Hofstra University Museum 112 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549 Phone: 516.463.5672 Fax: 516. 463.4743 E-mail

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