We created the Vision Exhibition Award as a way to give art institutions the freedom they need to produce innovative exhibitions whose focus is, first and foremost, on art. Every year we invite museums, art galleries, independent curators and other exhibition spaces to realize a visionary exhibition idea that is based on visual art and has contemporary relevance.
What is the most visionary exhibition in current time? We want to see that question elucidated – and to see actual, concrete answers. A jury of experts from relevant professional fields will assess all submissions while maintaining full confidentiality throughout. As it endeavours to select the best ideas, the jury focuses on aspects such as excellent presentation, groundbreaking formats and visionary subject matters.
Three ideas will be selected for a second round in which each participant receives DKK 40,000 to further develop and elaborate on their ideas. In the qualification round, the jury also assesses realistic budgeting and the Bikubenfonden offers both meeting facilities and financial advice if it is needed for the development work. After the qualification round, the jury gives feedback to each of the three participants and appoints the final recipient of the award.
Ideas for both large and small exhibitions can receive the Vision Exhibition Award. Up to DKK 5 million is given for the idea to be realized in Denmark. The recipient is also offered a workshop course that uncovers the concept for communicating the exhibition idea towards the realization of the exhibition.
Who can apply for the Vision Exhibition Award?
Museums, art venues, curators and other independent entities working with exhibitions can apply. We are looking for visionary ideas for exhibitions that focus on the visual arts and address a current topic.
How do I apply?
Upload a presentation of your exhibition idea using our online application module.
Presentations should be in PDF format, no longer than two pages and contain the following information:
- A description of the idea as well as general information about how the project is organised, as well as its potential partners, budget and schedule (including expected opening date)
- Name of the project manager and contact information
- Name of other contact people and contact information
- Pictures, links to video and sound recordings that convey the idea can be added to the application. Recordings may not be longer than three minutes
A budget should be included as an appendix to the application.
Deadline: It is open for submission of ideas for the Exhibition Award Vision 2024 in the period 3. – 16 February (c. 23.59), 2025
Website link: https://www.bikubenfonden.dk/uk/vision-exhibition-award
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