The Buncombe County America250 NC Committee invites Buncombe County artists and designers to participate in the "Beyond the Liberty Tree" Commemorative Tree Plaque Design Competition. This initiative celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States by commissioning a commemorative plaque design that honors the enduring legacy of liberty through tree plantings.
Submissions will be reviewed by a selection panel representing the Buncombe County America 250th Committee.
Artists must now submit an email to info@buncombe250.org on or before December 28th to share their intent in participating.
Fees or awards
The winning artist may, at the sole discretion of America250 NC, enter into a contract to produce 100 commemorative plaques to accompany the 100 BLT commemorative tree plantings statewide.The estimated contract for design and fabrication is valued at $10k