AMA | Art Museum of the Americas

Instructions on How to Present Exhibit Proposals to AMA

Please read the webpage museum.oas.org/proposals.html completed and send completed proposals to

All exhibition proposals should reflect AMA’s mission statement:

AMA’s work is based on the principle that the arts are transformative for individuals and communities. This belief simultaneously serves to promote the core values of the Organization of American States (OAS) by providing a space for cultural expression, creativity, dialogue and learning, highlighting themes such as democracy, development, human rights, justice, freedom of expression, and innovation. AMA’s work advances the inter-American agenda, drawing on the arts to showcase a constructive vision of the future of the Americas via local and hemispheric cultural exchange. This is achieved by showcasing cutting-edge exhibits of artists whose output creatively combine aesthetics with topical social and political issues and by establishing a dialogue of these works with AMA’s Permanent Collection.

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  1. Proposals should be no longer than ten (10) pages and be presented by a reputable curator (C.V. of curator is required).
  1. Outline the concept and framework of the exhibition. Explain thesocial, political, historical or artistic events, movements or theories that inspired the exhibit, including theoretical references.
  1. Explain why the exhibition is relevant to the OAS and AMA’s mission. Relate to the history of the venue and previous exhibitions. Describe the benefit the Organization will gain from the exhibit associating the exhibit to AMA’s facilities, galleries and location.
  1. Describe the works to be displayed. Give the number of artists, their names, nationalities and locations. State whether the works are newly commissioned, existing works or a mix of both. Include images of works by using slides on a DVD or sending them via Yousendit or similar.
  1. Show what will be displayed. This section should outline what kind of artwork will be shown -- for example, video screens, sculptures, photos or paintings. Give the size and material of the pieces. Explain how the venue would be organized, in terms of the display of the works.
  1. Describe the expected target audience and any arrangements that may be needed. Suggest how the exhibition will target the OAS member state audience, and how it will appeal to audiences outside as well. Give examples of types of displays and programs that may be offered to appeal to a wide range of audiences.
  1. List the education and outreach programs that could result from the exhibition.
  1. Present time line of the exhibit's organization. Start by listing the material needed to present the work, such as equipment, displays, lighting, etc. Describe any other resources needed, research, assistance, permissions and artists. Provide a time line for planning, production time, installation and breakdown. Mention any partner who might help to carry on the exhibition.
  1. In the budget section, list all expenses such as equipment, carpenter, installation, electricians and equipment. Also mention source of funding. Divide this section into potential and secured funds, and specify the source of the money. Outline tailored marketing and fundraising ideas, as these would be helpful if the exhibition has a specific target or particular subject.