FLETCHER, N.C. — Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has launched its Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a permanent public art program as part of AVL Forward, the airport’s terminal modernization project.
The RFQ invites artists and artist-led teams nationwide to submit qualifications for two large-scale, permanent installations in the new terminal. The works will anchor key spaces and reflect the natural beauty, culture, and creative spirit of Western North Carolina.
“This is an opportunity to bring world-class art into the heart of our airport,” said Lew Bleiweis, President and CEO of Asheville Regional Airport. “AVL has always aimed to reflect the region it serves, and this program deepens that commitment.”
The initiative builds on AVL’s existing arts programs, including Art in the Airport and Music in the Airport, and expands the airport’s approach to placemaking by integrating art directly into the new terminal design.
The new terminal design is guided by the concept of a modern gateway rooted in natural beauty. Selected artworks will support this vision and create a strong sense of arrival.
Two installation sites have been identified:
• The terminal’s grand hall at the main entrance
• The airside central concessions area
Submissions are open now on CallForEntry.org and are due by June 22, 2026. Finalists will be invited to submit proposals, with installations expected ahead of the terminal’s completion in 2028.
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Serving more than 2.24 million passengers in 2025 Asheville Regional Airport is continuing its growth trajectory. The Airport is served by five airlines that provide nonstop service to 26 nonstop destinations. AVL’s terminal expansion project, known as AVL Forward, is the largest infrastructure investment in the airport’s history and will deliver a world-class travel experience. Guided by its mission to champion exceptional experiences and economic vitality, AVL remains an authentic and convenient gateway for both business and adventure. Learn more at flyAVL.com.