Arts and Culture (City of Boston)exhibition
City of Boston Emerging Artists Exhibition (Boston City Hall Galleries)
- Who Can Apply: Artists 18 or older who reside in Greater Boston and identify as early in their artistic career at any age; not represented by a commercial gallery, not previously accepted in this exhibition, and without a City of Boston conflict of interest.
- The Focus: Juried exhibition at Boston City Hall Galleries (December 7, 2026 – February 26, 2027) showcasing emerging Greater Boston artists' work across media.
- The Funding: Juried awards totalling $2,500: Best in Show $1,000, 50+ Award $1,000, and New Voice Award $500, plus three honorable mentions. No application fee is stated.
- Key Requirements: Submit up to three artworks created within the last three years via Submittable (one displayed if accepted); 2D work ready to hang, works on paper framed, max 30 x 30 in. including frame; 3D work free-standing or fits an 18 in. pedestal; video captioned and under 10 minutes.
DeadlineMonday, November 2, 2026
AwardBest in Show ($1,000), 50+ Award ($1,000), and New Voice Award ($500)
Program datesDecember 7, 2026 – February 26, 2027
LocationBoston, MA
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesEmerging
Disciplinesvisual arts
Age range18–
Application notesIf selected, artists must transport artwork to and from the gallery; drop-off is November 16–25, 2026 and pickup March 2–6, 2027. Artists must sign a waiver and artwork must remain installed for the full exhibition period. 2D works must be ready to hang and framed (max 30 x 30 in. including frame); 3D works must be free-standing or fit an 18 in. pedestal; video must be captioned and under 10 minutes. All artwork must have been created within the last three years.
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Arts and Culture (City of Boston)
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