Open Call for Mattapan Artists

Are you an artist, performer, or creative based in Mattapan? Have an idea for a workshop, performance, or community pop-up that brings people together?

Matters of Consequence is a new public art installation designed by artist Lan Tuazon, to serve as a gathering space and cultural platform for Mattapan. dedicated to Mattapan residents to use as a social space and platform for Mattapan’s vibrant culture. From July to October the Boston Public Art Triennial will activate the site with artist-led programs, in partnership with local organizations and community leaders. And we want you to be a part of it. 

We’re looking for artists, creatives, organizers, and makers with strong ties to Mattapan to help activate the site with community-centered programming. Whether you’re a musician, muralist, storyteller, gardener, dancer or something in between, we welcome your vision.

We're offering a welcoming space for gatherings, art-making, storytelling, and experimentation—a place where imagination meets community, and where new collaborations can take root.

Have an idea for:

• A storytelling night?

• A pop-up skillshare?

• A performance workshop or gathering?

• A clothing or book drive?

• A hands-on-how-to or follow-along?

If it’s rooted in connection and culture, it belongs here.

Selected artists will receive:

• A $500 honorarium per event

• A $250 materials stipend per event

• Production and promotional support through the Triennial

We are looking for proposals that: 

• Are led by artists, creatives, organizers, or cultural workers based in or deeply connected to Mattapan

• Encourage gathering, connection, and community celebration

• Include programming to plant seeds for deeper relationships and neighborhood pride