New: A People’s Guide to the Revolution In celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, Mass Humanities is publishing a monthly series called “A People’s Guide to the Revolution,” a special newsletter created by their staff, board, and the communities they support. Check out their website and social media platforms for upcoming events, original essays, and digital media that give you multiple opportunities to engage with the 250th as seen through the eyes of Massachusetts people.
Artist-in-Residency Directory Discover residency programs using the Artist Community Alliance’s free open call deadlines listings. An open call is an opportunity for upcoming or rolling (ongoing) applications.
Summit Session Proposals Sought MASS Creative is looking for workshop leaders and panelists for the 2026 Creative Sector Summit on June 12th at the Zeiterion in New Bedford. The Summit will feature expert panels, policy discussions, workshops and technical assistance, case studies, and art making to support coalition building and inspire further community organizing within Massachusetts’ creative community. Learn more.
Deadline: April 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Call to Artists The Danforth Art Museum in Framingham is accepting entries for their annual juried exhibition. Artists must be 18 years or older and live or work in New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT). Artists may submit up to three works created within the last three years. Work in all media, and of all sizes is encouraged. Fees: A $50 fee includes up to three submissions for one artist. The submission includes a $30 one year individual Museum membership (a $50 value) and a $20 submission fee. Learn more.
Deadline: April 14, 2026
Call to Black Photographer PhotoSC invites Black photographers to submit work to their exhibition, A Black Perspective: Celebrating the Voice & Vision. They are looking for work that offers a unique perspective — one that challenges assumptions, reclaims narratives, and celebrates both the everyday and extraordinary aspects of Black life. Submissions may explore all aspects, styles and genres of photography to include alternative practice and collage. Themes such as resilience, heritage, joy, struggle, innovation, form, beauty, and community are welcome. Juror: Arnika Dawkins. AI-generated imagery will not be accepted. Entry Fee: $35.00. Learn more.
Deadline: April 18, 2026
Call to Artists The Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) invites artists to submit work for inclusion in the Rhythm and Rhyme exhibition to be held at The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Entry Fee: Up to 5 submissions, $25 for RNAC members, $35 for non-members. Learn more.
Deadline: April 20, 2026 at 12:00 noon (EST)
Grants for Hampden, Hampden, and Franklin County Artists Applications are currently open for the next ValleyCreates Capacity-Building cohort for artists who live or work in Hampden, Hampden, and Franklin Counties. This program is offered as part of an ongoing partnership with The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts that has allowed us to connect with and support more than 100 artists in the Pioneer Valley. Learn more.
Deadline: April 20, 2026 at noon.
Call to Emerging Artists The Rockport Art Association & Museum invites “Emerging Artists” to apply for entry into this exhibition. Grassroots 2026 celebrates emerging artists within the contributing membership and the creative community. Artwork submissions are limited to three artworks per artist in the following media categories: painting, drawing, mixed media, collage, photography, digital art, original printmaking, and sculpture. Fees: Up to three artwork entries: $35 for RAA&M Members and $45 for Non-Members for the first entry, plus $10 for each additional entry. Learn more.
Deadline: April 21, 2026
Call to Artists Entries are currently being accepted for the Third Annual Under the Sea III Virtual Art Exhibition. The exhibition is a United Nations (UN) Ocean Decade-endorsed activity. This year, the panel of judges includes: Dr. Sarah McAnulty, Dr. Helen Scales, Dr. Thomas Linley, David Buckland, Beatriz Chachamovits, and Rohan Chakravarty. They are seeking works that reflect the themes of ocean conservation, sustainability, protection, education, and the deep sea. The judged categories for this year are: connecting people and the ocean; a call to action; restoring the viewers relationship with the ocean. Entry fee $25. Learn more.
Deadline: April 24, 2026
Call to Boston Area Artists The City of Boston invites artists, collectives, and arts organizations in the Greater Boston area to propose 2D and 3D installations for the Mezzanine Gallery at Boston City Hall. This highly visible space at the main entrance offers a unique chance to connect with a broad public audience. Learn more & apply.
Deadline: April 27, 2026
Public Artist Roster Open Call National open call for a list of qualified, professional visual artists to be reviewed and approved by the Ocala Municipal Arts Commission, used as a reference by the city of Ocala for city, external organizations, and private entities for public art commissions. Learn more.
Deadline: April 27, 2026 at11:59 p.m. EDT
Writers, Visual Artists Leaders Igniting Generational Healing and Transformation (LIGHT) is calling for submissions of art, letters, stories, and poetry for Issue 6 of the LIGHT Magazine, a literary magazine in public health that uses creativity to center the public in public health. Prize money (1st: $500, 2nd: $375, 3rd: $125) will be given to the top three contestants of each category. Learn more.
Deadline: May 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST
Jazz Musicians The South Arts Jazz Road Creative Residencies offers grants up to $40,000 for residencies to artists who will explore the theme of Jazz & Human Connection, through artistic creation, meaningful community engagement, or a combination of both.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
America 250 City Art Poster Project To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM), in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, has launched the America 250 City Art Poster Project. Participating cities will collaborate with artists to create visual representations (posters) that celebrate local history and inspire hope for the future. Posters submitted by May 1, 2026, will be considered for display at USCM’s 94th Annual Meeting June 4 – 7, 2026. This is a great opportunity to showcase the artistic and cultural heritage of your city! For more information on how to participate, visit USCM’s website.
Call to Artists The North End Italian Immigration Memorial Committee (IAMC) seeks an artist or artist-led team to create a long-term public memorial honoring the contributions of Italian immigrants to the North End, the City of Boston, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the United States of America. They are accepting request for qualifications for the long-term public art commission to create a memorial at the historic gateway of Cross and Hanover Street in Boston’s North End that honors the contributions of Italian immigrants while uplifting the neighborhood’s broader role as a place of arrival, labor, and community-building. The Project Working Title: Mani Forti: A Journey of Love Progress & Promise. Learn more.
Deadline: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Free Professional Development Workshops for Artists Registration is open for Assets for Artists May & June Virtual Workshops. All workshops are completely free and open to artists of all disciplines who are based in New England. May workshops include:
Art of Licensing with Allison Cole, Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 12:00-1:30PM. Participants will learn about the industry of surface design and art licensing, and discover how artists can get their designs on a wide variety of products by partnering with different companies. Best suited for visual artists. 30 participants max.
Understanding an Artist’s Personal Finances with Amy Smith + Akeem Davis, Mondays & Wednesdays, May 11, 13, 18, 20, 2026 from 6-8PM. Over the course of four sessions, this workshop will demystify concepts and introduce fundamental financial tools to help participants—including those who “hate thinking about money”—make informed financial decisions for their long-term futures. This workshop is suitable for artists of all disciplines. 40 participants max.
Portfolio Power / The Artist Portfolio with Anabel Vázquez Rodríguez, Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 12:30-2:30PM. Participants will learn best practices for creating and presenting a portfolio that makes a lasting impression while being accessible. Suitable for artists in all disciplines (although most examples will be based in the visual and performing arts fields). 30 participants max.
Jacob’s Pillow Curriculum in Motion™ Institute – Professional Development
Applications are open for this 10-month professional development program for dance artists and arts educators focused on choreography and community engagement. Participants explore how dance can respond to the histories, questions, and needs of communities. Alumni have applied the methodology in K–12 schools, galleries, cultural hubs, health and social service organizations, and historical sites. Tuition discounts are available for participants living near the regions of Jacob’s Pillow. Learn more and apply.
Deadline: May 18, 2026
Call to Visual Artists, Curators, Writers Applications are now open for the 2026 Collective Futures Fund (CFF) grant cycle. As a Regional Regranting Program of the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts administered by the Tufts University Art Galleries. CFF directly supports visual artists, curators, and writers in producing collaborative and public projects that engage in risk-taking and experimentation. Grants are available in three tiers: Sustaining Practice: Grants offered at $3,000 each geared toward emerging individual artists and collaborators who need critical support for research, to develop new projects and future ideas, and sustain themselves in the process. New Projects: $8,000 for the creation and public presentation of new projects by visual artists, curators, or collectives. Ongoing Platforms: $8,000 to support sustaining or the completion of long-term projects. Learn more.
Deadline: May 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Call to Artists J.P. Licks has been hanging the work of local artists on their store walls for over 3 decades and they’re seeking additional artists to display their art in 13 locations (store locations include Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Newton, Brookline, Dedham, Wellesley, and Andover). Each store has different size walls available (details available upon request) and all work must be family friendly in nature (no violent imagery or nudity), can not contain any religious, political, or sexual imagery/text, nor any brand names. Artists can price the work themselves (J. P. Licks takes no commission on any sales) and artists are responsible for hanging the art themselves and for creating their own labels (with pricing, title, and contact information if applicable), and providing a bio for us to include on social media sites and our website. The artwork must be prepped to hang with either d-rings or similar hardware. Work must be up for a minimum of 3 months at a time and J.P. Licks cannot take responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. J.P. Licks will promote the artists’ work on their website and social media channels. Learn more.
Cross Sector Resource: Basic Needs Resources — Arts Action Consortium. New basic needs resource list on the Arts Action Consortium includes information related to food access, legal help, housing, and medical/wellness needs.
Register to Vote: Learn how to register to vote in Massachusetts.
Image credit: American Gothic. Photograph shows Farm Security Administration employee Ella Watson standing with mop and broom in front of American flag. Gordon Parks, 1912-2006, photographer. Created/Published, [1942, printed later].
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