Summary

The Mosaic of Cultures exhibit series proudly celebrates the vibrant tapestry of cultural diversity in Aurora by showcasing the unique histories, traditions and contributions of the individual cultural groups that call our city home. Through captivating testimonials, the presentation of significant cultural artifacts and immersive exhibit components, we aim to illuminate how these communities enrich our city's identity, promote understanding among its citizens and shape our shared historical narrative.

Projects can be organized by anyone, but an adult over the age of 18 with experience relevant to the exhibit is required.
• Applications Open: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
• Application Due: Friday, July 25, 2025
• Selection announced: Friday, August 15, 2025

Translation Services Available Upon Request. Contact the museum: 303.739.6660 or [email protected].

MOC Submission Application and Review

Application Process

Prepare to Respond to the Following
1. Cultural Significance: Does the exhibit proposal articulate cultural significance, cultural identity, and the impact on the local community.
2. Community Engagement: Does this exhibition proposal demonstrate commitment and involvement of additional groups/organizations/entities for the success of the exhibit to promote participation and connection within Aurora?
3. Authenticity and Respect: Does this proposal show respect and understanding of the cultural practices being represented? Does the submission highlight authentic voices and perspectives?
4. Educational Value: Does the proposal describe how Cultural knowledge will be shared and appreciated? Does the proposal contain an outline of potential education opportunities or programs that may emphasize the content of the exhibit?
5. Resources: Does the proposal contain an outline of potential objects, photos, 2D/3D art and other resources for display and represent the culture?

How to submit your application

• Complete the online application form. Translation services are available by request. Email [email protected]
• Answer questions 1-5 in detail, but in less than 350 words each.
 

Review Process

• The selection review committee uses a rubric for scoring applications. See the Scoring Sheet and Rubric on the Museum website for details on how applications are reviewed.
• Applications will be reviewed by a panel comprised of city of Aurora employees and community representatives.
• Please note, applicants who are selected for this submission cycle will need to skip a submission cycle before they are eligible again.

Additional Information

Non-Discrimination

Selected entities as well as their employees, contractors and volunteers shall not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, contractor, subcontractor or patron because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, age, bankruptcy or bad debts, genetic information, or veteran status. Grantee shall adhere to acceptable affirmative action guidelines in selecting employees and contractors and shall ensure that employees and contractors receive fair treatment during employment or agreement, without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, age, bankruptcy or bad debts, genetic information, or veteran status. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship.

Determining Selected Proposals

Applications will be reviewed and scored by a panel consisting of city of Aurora employees and/ or community representatives.

Agreement

The Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites Mosaic of Cultures Exhibit Series requires selected entities to enter into an Agreement with the City of Aurora which requires selectees to agree to various terms and conditions (for example non-discrimination, indemnification, etc.).

Acknowledgement of City of Aurora Funding

All selectees are required to acknowledge the city of Aurora in printed materials, publications, advertisements and signage related to the funded programs and/or services. Applicants are prohibited from acknowledging the Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites as a sponsor, contributor or any other type of supporter for any program or service other than those specifically set forth in the Application and Agreement. Acknowledgments may take the form of a statement such as “this exhibit was developed in partnership with the Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites as part of the Mosaic of Cultures Exhibit Series” The logo for the AHMHS may be used in addition to a statement or instead of a statement when space is limited.