DNR Minnesota Parks Artists-in-Residence

Three partner parks and trails agencies have collaborated to deepen understanding of and appreciation for the natural world through public art: the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR); the Metropolitan Council (Met Council) Metropolitan Regional Parks; and the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission (GMRPTC). An initial cooperative project in spring 2022 provided a high-level "snapshot inventory" of existing public art in Minnesota parks and trails from staff questionnaire and interviews, including a preliminary map of public art locations in parks and trails. This initial project provided a foundation to further develop and maximize the benefits of public art in parks and trails throughout Minnesota. The partner agencies implemented the Minnesota Parks Artist-in-Residence (MNPAiR) pilot program in 2024-2025 to create engaging and welcoming public art. Along with ongoing public engagement, especially through the Parks and Trails Legacy Advisory Committee (PTLAC), these efforts advance strategic priorities of the 25-Year Parks and Trails Legacy Plan. \[Partial description. For the full description, log into the [Supplier Portal](https://guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us/psc/fmssupap/SUPPLIER/ERP/c/NUI_FRAMEWORK.PT_LANDINGPAGE.GBL).\] **Event ID/Reference Number:** **2000018240** If an Event ID/Reference number appears, this Solicitation Event is being conducted in the SWIFT system. All project documentation and vendor submissions should be completed at the State of Minnesota Supplier portal. Log in to the [Supplier Portal](https://guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us/psc/fmssupap/SUPPLIER/ERP/c/NUI_FRAMEWORK.PT_LANDINGPAGE.GBL?&) to view this event. You will need to search for Event ID/Reference Number in the portal. If the Event ID/Reference Number shows "Unknown", then the full description can be found for this event in the State of Minnesota list of solicitations (select the appropriate page): [Goods and Services Solicitation Postings](https://osp.admin.mn.gov/GS-auto) or [Professional and Technical Solicitation Postings](https://osp.admin.mn.gov/PT-auto). You may locate it using the Ref. # that appears above.