Hidden History Sculpture Trail

CALL FOR ARTISTS

We are seeking sculpture artists to create unique outdoor sculptures for the Hidden History Sculpture Trail, which will be located along the Lake Andrea walking path in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Five artists will be selected to create a sculpture, and each sculpture will interpret one of the five "hidden" historical stories. Each artist will be paid $5,000. More details, and the Application, can be found here: CALL FOR ARTISTS

Application Deadline: 5:00 pm, May 27, 2025

Review and Selection: June 2025

Artist Notification: No later than June 27, 2025

Installation Dates: TBD - June 2026

If you have questions, please contact Kate Bennett, who is serving as Project Manager:

Phone: (262) 577-5115 or

Email: kate@pleasantprairiehistoricalsociety.org

The Hidden History Sculpture Trail is generously sponsored by Dermody Properties.

Available Materials

Metal materials from the Pleasant Prairie Power Plant, in a variety of shapes and sizes, are available for use. The artist selected for the Power Plant sculpture will have first choice of materials. Any remaining materials may be used for the other four sculptures. 

A site visit to view the material may be possible upon request.

Assistance may be available to break down large pieces of metal into smaller pieces. Assistance may also be available to transport larger pieces.