Request for Art- Cherokee Immersion Middle School -Tahlequah

Description
Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) is accepting bids for original art to be displayed at the Cherokee Nation Immersion middle school in Tahlequah, OK.
Detail
Summary
Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) is accepting bids for original art to be displayed at the Cherokee Nation Immersion middle school in Tahlequah, OK.

LA 25-05 requires all Cherokee Nation construction and/or renovation projects $500,000+ to set aside 1% of the total project cost for the procurement of culturally appropriate art. The use of these funds allows the Cherokee Nation to share our rich history, culture and heritage through visual art.

CNB only accepts bids from Cherokee Nation citizens who can provide identification as such and artists previously designated as Cherokee National Treasures.

Description
The Cherokee Immersion Middle School for grades 4–8 will follow the Cherokee Nation’s proven language immersion model. All classes will be taught entirely in the Cherokee language to promote fluency and cultural connection.
The middle school is seeking original artwork to be displayed on the walls of the new facility. Artwork may be related to, but is not limited to, the following:
•        Syllabary, Language
•        Culture & History
•        Education
Bids should include proposed artwork, medium (ex. acrylic, watercolor, colored pencil, reed, clay, etc.), dimensions and price. Both flat art and 3D art will be considered.
Bid Details
•        Bids should include proposed artwork, image of artwork, medium (ex. acrylic, watercolor, colored pencil, reed, clay, etc.), dimensions and price.
•        If artwork is created with A.I. (Artificial Intelligence), please describe how it was used in the description of the art bid form.
•        Artist is responsible for any shipping or delivery fees.
•        Artists that submit their work with syllabary will be subject to having our translation team review for accuracy.
•        Original photographs of photography submissions must be 400 dpi or higher.
•        Artwork will be subject to a review of cultural authenticity.
•        Each artist is allowed to submit a maximum of 20 pieces.
•        Only completed artwork will be accepted.

Proof of Citizenship
Cherokee Nation law requires the purchase of art from Cherokee Nation citizens only. You must submit a copy of your Blue Card or Citizenship Card when submitting an initial bid. No exceptions.

Bid Information
Bids must be submitted digitally at artbidsubmissions@cnbglobal.com no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Eubanks via email amy.eubanks@cnbglobal.com or by phone (918) 203-4156.
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