2026 Student Art Exhibit
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2026 STUDENT ART EXHIBIT "Imagine America!" - Ages 10 - 18
Sponsored by Rotary Club of Meriden, CT
One of 3 themed exhibits celebrating the 250th Anniversary of our nation's founding
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Who: Students 10 - 18 years old who live in Meriden, Wallingford, Berlin, Cheshire, North Haven, Southington, Durham or Middlefield
What: Student exhibit celebrating America - its culture, history and heritage When: June 19, 2026 Entry Deadline Awards: $300 in cash awards Judge: TBA |
As part of Gallery 53’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Imagine America! Student Art Exhibit invites young artists to share their creative visions of our nation. Made possible through the generous support of the Meriden Rotary Club, this exhibit encourages students ages 10 to 18 to reflect on America’s culture, history, and heritage and express their ideas through art. Students are invited to explore what America means to them—its landscapes, people, traditions, communities, and future—and translate those ideas into meaningful artistic works. Special prizes will be awarded in 2 age groups: 10 to 13 and 14 to 18.
ENTRY INFORMATION
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1. TWO ENTRY LIMIT per student
2. Enter online by June 19, 2026 3. The online entry form will ask for your name and email address, as well as the title(s) and size(s) of your artwork. 4. OPTIONAL: Upload images of your pieces if you want to be included in the online exhibt. 5. You will receive a confirmation email within 3 business days. The email will outline important dates and next steps 6. Complete your entry by delivering art to Gallery 53 on 6/26 or 6/27 |
NOTE: Please review the detailed information below before entering.
If you have any questions, contact the gallery.
If you have any questions, contact the gallery.
GUIDELINES
ELIGIBILITY:
PRESENTATION
Artwork Drop off
Friday, June 26: 12:00 – 3:30 PM
Saturday, June 27: 10:00 AM – 1:45 PM
You will be asked to fill out an Entry Label with your name, contact info and the title of your artwork(s).
Opening Reception
Thursday, July 9 l 6:00 - 7:00 PM
On Exhibit
July 9 - July 30, 2026
Artwork Pickup
Friday, July 31: 12:00 – 3:30 PM
Saturday, August 1: 10:00 AM – 1:45 PM
LIABILITY
Gallery 53/ACAM is not responsible for loss or damage to artwork at any time. Every reasonable precaution will be taken to protect all entries.
CONTENT REVIEW
All submitted artwork must be appropriate for viewing by audiences of all ages. The Gallery 53 Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any work deemed unsuitable.
PERMISSIONS
By submitting artwork, parents/guardians grant permission for:
A parent/guardian signature (or student if 18 years of age) on the entry label form indicates acceptance of all guidelines and conditions outlined above.
- Open to students ages 10–18 who reside in: Meriden, Wallingford, Berlin, Cheshire, North Haven, Southington, Durham or Middlefield
- Maximum of two entries per student
- Accepted media include: painting (oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, mixed media), drawing, photography, digital art, multimedia and sculpture
- All artwork must be original, including concept, design, and execution (created from the student’s own sketches and/or photographs)
- Artwork must not include content that is inappropriate, obscene, violent, hateful, or defamatory
PRESENTATION
- All wall-hung artwork should be mounted, matted or framed.
- Work wider than 42 inches may not be accepted due to space limitations
Artwork Drop off
Friday, June 26: 12:00 – 3:30 PM
Saturday, June 27: 10:00 AM – 1:45 PM
You will be asked to fill out an Entry Label with your name, contact info and the title of your artwork(s).
Opening Reception
Thursday, July 9 l 6:00 - 7:00 PM
On Exhibit
July 9 - July 30, 2026
Artwork Pickup
Friday, July 31: 12:00 – 3:30 PM
Saturday, August 1: 10:00 AM – 1:45 PM
LIABILITY
Gallery 53/ACAM is not responsible for loss or damage to artwork at any time. Every reasonable precaution will be taken to protect all entries.
CONTENT REVIEW
All submitted artwork must be appropriate for viewing by audiences of all ages. The Gallery 53 Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any work deemed unsuitable.
PERMISSIONS
By submitting artwork, parents/guardians grant permission for:
- Display of the student’s artwork
- Use of the student’s first and last name, age, and school (if provided)
- Promotion on the gallery’s website and social media platforms
A parent/guardian signature (or student if 18 years of age) on the entry label form indicates acceptance of all guidelines and conditions outlined above.
PRIZES
Gallery 53 will be awarding the following prizes:
TO BE ANNOUNCED
TO BE ANNOUNCED
DIGITAL ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS
When you enter the exhibit online, you will be asked for the following information:
- Required Information:
- Name
- Email
- Title
- Medium
- 1 Digital Photo per entry (OPTIONAL)
- Optional Information
- Dimensions
- Description
- G53 prefers JPEG images, 72 dpi
- NOTE: The name and title(s) you enter on the form will appear in our exhibit program. Please be sure your information is correct before you submit. We may not be able to accomodate requests to change titles, etc.
- Gallery 53 reserves the right to decline to use images that are not acceptable quality
- Questions on online entries? Contact [email protected]
