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Explore Lincoln City is seeking applications and glass float samples from interested glass artists who would like to participate in Lincoln City’s Finders Keepers program for the 2027 calendar year. Please make note that there are new size specifications and additional criteria for the selection process from last year’s RFP.
Finders Keepers, one of Lincoln City’s defining events, is an exciting adventure for those who appreciate the natural beauty of the beach, a keen observational challenge, and an expression of amazing artistic creations. We look for artists who are willing to create unique, individualized glass floats that meet our criteria and have the capacity to create a generous amount of glass floats.
Applications and samples should be completed and submitted to Explore Lincoln City by Friday, September 4, 2026, by 5:00 PM. Please submit your proposal to: Explore Lincoln City, Attn: Finders Keepers 2027 RFP, 801 SW Hwy. 101, Suite 401, Lincoln City, OR 97367.
Finders Keepers RFP Application | 2027
Finders Keepers Request for Proposal | 2027
The City of Lincoln City wishes to commission an original kite created for display in the new Lincoln City Welcome Center at D River Wayside.
The Lincoln City Welcome Center will serve as the visitor center for Explore Lincoln City and the City of Lincoln City. Explore Lincoln City wishes to interpret the Lincoln City Kite Festival and the vibrant professionally crafted kites often on display at the annual event by displaying a handcrafted kite in the new welcome center.
For further details, the RFP document is available here. Proposals will be received until August 31, 2026. Please submit your proposal to Kim Cooper Findling, Explore Lincoln City, kcooperfindling@lincolncity.org.
Please indicate in the e-mail's subject line, "RFP for Kite Artwork".