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The Bernice Garden is privately owned by Anita Davis, but intended for public use and is located at the south-east corner of South Main Street and Daisy Bates Avenue. The garden was created to celebrate the community and will host community events as well as the sculpture exhibit in an effort to foster community interaction and a sense of pride in the neighborhood. The sculpture exhibit is sponsored by Main Street Arkansas and is facilitated by SoMa.

The 50’ x 57’ garden consists of landscaped areas with a crushed granite foundation for the artworks. Next to the sculpture garden is a concrete patio, benches and approximately 20 parking spaces. The sculpture exhibition is part of a multi staged development plan of the garden.

The selection committee is seeking a range of works representing or reflecting the spirit, nature and history of Arkansas. Artworks may also celebrate the sense of community and neighborly interaction or be playful and whimsical. Materials used can be traditional or alternative. Artworks must be able to stand up to the elements, interaction and potential vandalism and should be maintenance free. Artist/teams are responsible for all construction, delivery, installation, maintenance and removal of artwork as well as liability insurance. Artist/teams will retain ownership of the artwork.