NEA Arts and Artifacts Domestic Indemnity Program 2, FY2027 (12/26)

The National Endowment for the Arts is soliciting applications for the NEA Arts and Artifacts Domestic Indemnity Program 2 for fiscal year 2027, with a submission deadline of June 7, 2027. This program provides indemnity protection for eligible art and artifact exhibitions hosted by U.S. institutions, shielding them from financial liability due to damage or loss while the works are in their custody. Applicants must comply with the detailed guidelines outlined in the official application instructions available at arts.gov, ensuring proposed exhibitions meet federal standards for cultural significance, security, and public access. Only federal agencies are eligible to participate, and the solicitation does not specify a set-aside for small businesses or other categories. The program, identified by solicitation number 2027FCAHDOM02, was posted on June 26, 2026, and all inquiries should be directed to apply@arts.gov or the National Endowment for the Arts contact line at 202-682-5504. There is no designated place of performance or physical office location specified, as indemnity coverage applies to exhibitions hosted across the United States. Applicants are expected to align their proposals with the NEA's mission to promote excellence and broad access to the arts, and must provide comprehensive documentation on security protocols, insurance coverage, and exhibition logistics. Selection will be based on the merit of the proposed exhibition, the institutional capacity to safeguard cultural property, and adherence to federal indemnity program requirements.