SEEKING PROPOSALS:

Cultural Currents: Request for Qualifications
Exploring the artistic and musical heritage of the Red River Cultural District

HOW TO SUBMIT Submissions should be sent to hello@downtownaustin.com by DEADLINE EXTENDED TO January 10, 2025 at 5:00pm

COMMUNICATIONS: To receive communications and updates related to this project and opportunities please complete our Cultural Currents Communication Form.

Q&A: To ensure fairness and equal access to this opportunity our team will not be meeting with interested parties or responding to questions outside of the information session. If you have questions you would like answered please prepare to share those at the information session meeting on December 16th at 9am-10am CST. All Q&A after the information session will be published on this website for your reference.

PROJECT INFORMATION: LINK

INFORMATION SESSION:

WHEN: Monday December 16, 2024 at 9am-10am CST

WHERE: Virtual: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89489780490

Join us to learn more about this opportunity to work with the Red River Cultural District in partnership with the Downtown Austin Alliance as we dive into an exciting project that will  document and showcase the Red River District’s history, music, and artistic traditions. 

The session will include the following information: 

• BACKGROUND
• PROJECT GOALS
• SCOPE OF WORK
• QUALIFICATIONS
• SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
• HOW TO SUBMIT
• PROCESS OVERVIEW
• OPEN Q+A 

Presenters: 

Nicole Klepadlo, Executive Director Red River Cultural District // Red River Cultural District 

Hannah Rangel, Vice President Built Environment // Downtown Austin Alliance 

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

The Red River Cultural District and The Downtown Austin Alliance request proposals from qualified
consultants to document and showcase the Red River District’s history, music, and artistic
traditions. The project should include due diligence on the early history of the area including
cultural history inclusive of the German immigrant history and black entrepreneurship, with the
focus and depth of the project dedicated to the years of history of Red River as a center for music.
This scope is considered a “year one” effort for a multi-year project aimed at capturing the
narrative history of the district during a time of significant change. Deliverables from this effort will
be leveraged in a variety of ways to ensure the preservation of the Cultural District’s assets and
history.

PROJECT GOALS
Document and showcase the district’s history, music, and artistic traditions and deliver assets to
the Cultural District to:

• Aid in marketing Red River as a Cultural Heritage tourist destination and attracting
  visitors locally, nationally, and internationally
• Amplify the Red River Cultural District as destination for music, cultural and commerce
  – past, present and future
• Ensure the preservation of local stories, songs, and artistic expressions for future
  generations
• Strengthen the district’s sense of identity by curating and telling the stories of its artists,
  musicians, and historical figures
• Highlight the contributions of diverse cultures, communities, and artists who shaped
  the district’s identity
• Leverage in attracting funding to support the RRCD’s ongoing work

ROLE: Fund Development Staff, Consultant or Team

Deadline: On-going until filled // Priority BY January 2025

MORE INFORMATION

Submit your proposal and or resume electronically to nicole@redriverculturaldistrict.org. 

We look forward to partnering with a dedicated and innovative fund development team or individual to amplify our efforts in sustaining and enriching . Your collaboration will play a pivotal role in preserving cultural heritage, fostering artistic expression, and creating a vibrant and inclusive community for generations to come. 

This position is intended to be part time or allocated number of hours per month, with the possibility for full time and may be a contractual agreement. 

For inquiries or clarifications, please contact:

Nicole Klepadlo, interim Executive Director 

nicole@redriverculturaldistrict.org 

Thank you for your interest in supporting the cultural enrichment of the Red River Cultural District.