Socrates Sculpture Park, a storied institution in Long Island City, New York, has long been a vital site for the creation and presentation of large-scale sculpture and public art. Its annual fellowship program provides artists with the rare opportunity to develop and exhibit new work in a public park setting, engaging with a diverse audience and the unique challenges of outdoor installation. The park's commitment to supporting artists at critical junctures in their careers is reflected in the resources offered: a $2,000 artist honorarium, up to $8,000 in production grant funds, and seven-days-a-week access to an outdoor studio space. The fellowship is not merely a residency but a collaborative engagement with the park's curatorial and public programs staff, fostering a dialogue between the artist's practice and the park's mission to make contemporary art accessible. Artists are expected to create ambitious work that responds to the site and its publics, often culminating in a public exhibition. The program's rolling deadline allows for ongoing applications, but early submission is encouraged to allow for thorough review. This opportunity is best suited for artists working in sculpture and related spatial practices who are eager to work at the intersection of art and public space. The fellowship supports both emerging and mid-career artists, with a preference for those who demonstrate a strong conceptual foundation and the technical ability to realize outdoor projects. The park's history of presenting pioneering work by artists such as Mark di Suvero and Alison Saar underscores its role as a launchpad for significant public art.