New York State Museum Kid's Zone Traveling Exhibitions Rental

The New York State Museum is seeking to rent two versatile, engaging, and family-friendly traveling exhibitions for its new Kid's Zone.

Empire State Development Contract Administration


General
Open
TBD
Jul 13, 2026 02:00 PM
May 29, 2026 12:00 PM
Request for Proposal (RFP)
State
Original Solicitation Links
Contact
Julia Borukhov
redc2026rfp@esd.ny.gov
+12128033594
Description

The New York State Museum, managed by Empire State Development (ESD), is seeking proposals for the rental of two versatile, engaging, and family-friendly traveling exhibitions. These exhibitions will be a key component of the new Kid's Zone, a dedicated family discovery hub located on the fourth-floor terrace of the museum. Each exhibition should be between 5,000 to 10,000 square feet or more and be suitable for display in the Museum's Terrace Gallery. Desired exhibitions should connect to the NYSM mission of exploring New York's science, history, anthropology, and art, encouraging curiosity and engagement through hands-on interactivity and play-based learning. They must be family-friendly, visually appealing, ADA compliant, and suitable for multi-generational appeal with short engagement cycles. The rental contract must include all aspects of rental, including staffing, travel, and shipping. Preference will be given to exhibits that support youth-based learning and exploration. The Terrace Gallery offers approximately 20,000 square feet of exhibition space with a 25-foot ceiling, in-floor power, and loading dock access.

Classification Codes
NAICS712110Museums
PSCX1PBLEASE/RENTAL OF EXHIBIT DESIGN (NON-BUILDING)
Smart Codes
traveling exhibitionsmuseum exhibitsinteractive exhibits
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