Submission Deadline Extended
Please Note: The submission deadline for Phase One has been extended to March 16, 2026. For more information view the Submission Requirements.
Overview
The State of New York, in collaboration with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Corporation and the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Commission has issued a “Call for Artists” inviting artists, architects, or teams to submit plans for the design of a new and permanent memorial in Brooklyn, NY dedicated to honoring Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG).
A joint committee will review submissions and select a group of finalists to move forward into the second round. The Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Commission will make a final recommendation among the finalists to Governor Kathy Hochul, who will announce a winning artist to design, fabricate, and install the artwork.
Video: Governor Hochul Announces Competition for Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial
Governor Hochul launches a "Call for Artists" to create the Ruth Bader Ginsberg Memorial in Brooklyn Bridge Park, honoring RBG's 40 years of legacy and achievements.
Calling All Architects and Artists
Call for Artists
The Commission invites artists, architects, or teams to submit plans for the design of a new and permanent memorial.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial Site
The Commission identified the southwest plaza of Pier 1 at Brooklyn Bridge Park as the site for the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial.
Competition Schedule
Eligible artists must submit all materials by March 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM to [email protected].
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Ruth Bader Ginsburg dedicated much of her life to realizing the U.S. Constitution’s promise of equality under the law, especially for women. As she began her work as a lawyer in the 1970s, she helped devise and implement successful efforts to challenge discriminatory laws that restricted what women could do. In doing so, she opened up opportunities for all persons to achieve their full human potential. She continued to advance those goals during her historic 40 years of service as a federal judge, first on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and then on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Make a Donation
Donate to the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Memorial via Brooklyn Org.
Brooklyn Org is not at all affiliated with the State. The State is not at all involved with private fundraising efforts to support the Justice RBG Memorial, and the State will not be afforded access to information regarding the identity of private donors.