Short Description
The MSU Museum CoLab Studio invites bold and innovative proposals for our upcoming exhibition, Singularity. This exhibition and public programming series unravels the enigmatic and transformative concept of the technological singularity, a point in time which artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence, leading to rapid technological growth and unpredictable change in human civilization. Specifically, this exhibition will examine the singularity through the following subthemes:
- Humanity Redefined: works that examine evolving identities, ethics, and mental health/wellness in a post-singularity era;
- Artificial Minds, Creative Souls: works that showcase and critique AI’s potential in art and creativity, challenging our understanding of innovation
- Democracy through an Algorithmic Lens: a critical examination of the singularity’s impact on democratic institutions, considering both the strengthening and erosion of foundational democratic principles in an era of intelligent machines.
Through these lenses, the exhibition aims to illuminate the myriad pathways our society might traverse in the shadow of singularity, prompting profound reflection on our collective destiny.
Eligibility
We seek proposals that explore and speculate on the future impact of rapid, technological developments in AI, grounded in the intersections of art, science, and ethics. This exhibition examines the utopian and dystopian aspects of continued advances in artificial intelligence, algorithms, and artificial superintelligence that eventually surpass human intelligence, challenging and redefining human society. Singularity navigates through the confluence of technology, philosophy, art, and democratic society, inviting visitors to explore a world where the boundaries between human intellect and artificial intelligence blur.
We welcome submissions from artists, designers, scientists, engineers, psychologists, gamers, researchers, performers, storytellers, activists, musicians, students – in short, pretty much anyone with a creative idea that addresses our themes. Your proposal might be for:
- An exhibit (new or existing artwork, research project, virtual reality game, visualizations, etc.)
- A program or event (performance, panel discussion, facilitated workshop, etc.)
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
Projects are funded for up to $3,000 USD. Allowable costs include (but are not limited to) materials, construction and production costs, and shipping to/from East Lansing, MI. Proposals require a budget draft upon submission.
Entry Fee
None
Location
Michigan, USA
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 4 July 2025
- Exhibition Opening: August/September 2026
- Exhibition Closing: December 2026
Website Link: https://museum.msu.edu/explore/colab-studio/singularity-open-call/
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