About the Open Call

The Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State is pleased to announce a Call for Entries for a juried exhibition marking the country’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Dreaming American Futures: Invitational 250 is a juried show open to Penn State students, faculty, and staff; Penn State alumni who reside in the state of Pennsylvania; and local artists living within a 50-mile radius of State College, PA. We invite works of art that address ideas of activating change, bridging the divide, the pursuit of happiness, or a more perfect union. Submitted works can be 2D, 3D, or new media.

What is Offered

Inclusion in a juried exhibition at the Palmer Museum of Art from June 13 to November 29, 2026.

Requirements

Open to Penn State students, faculty, and staff (all campuses); Penn State alumni residing in Pennsylvania; and local artists (18+) within a 50-mile radius of State College, PA. Works must have been completed in the last 18 months and must be ready to hang. Multimedia, video, or large-scale installations are not accepted.

How to Apply

Submit digital images of 1-3 works completed in the last 18 months along with an artist statement of no more than 125 words through the CaFÉ application portal.