• 2026 Pride Month Exhibition Call for Artists

  • OVERVIEW
    The City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture is seeking Dallas-based artists to participate in a special exhibition in honor of Pride Month. Selected works will be displayed in the Dallas City Hall lobby, 1500 Marilla Street, Dallas, TX 75201.


    CENTRAL THEME

    This exhibition invites artists to celebrate and reflect upon the vibrancy, resilience, legacy, and cultural richness of the LGBTQ+ community, its history, and beyond. All Dallas-based artists are encouraged to explore themes of community, self-expression, love, visibility, and the ongoing pursuit of equality and belonging.

    Through a range of artistic voices and perspectives, the exhibition aims to honor the histories and contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and communities while uplifting contemporary experiences and inspiring future advocacy and vibrancy.


    TIMELINE

    Artwork submission period: April 23, 2026 – May 15, 2026 by 5:00 PM

    Artist notifications: May 20, 2026

    Artwork drop-off: May 27–28, 2026 (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
    Location: The Majestic Theater
    1925 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75201

    Artwork pick-up: Monday, June 29, 2026
    Location: The Majestic Theater
    1925 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75201

    Dates are subject to change.

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Only 2D visual artwork will be considered for this exhibition. Artists must either live in the city limits of Dallas or work in a studio within the city limits of Dallas. NOTE: Highland Park, University Park, and Cockrell Hill are NOT considered within the City limits of Dallas. (see the City of Dallas boundaries map at http://gis.dallascityhall.com/cityinfo/) 

    City of Dallas employees are eligible to submit artwork for consideration but if selected, are not eligible for compensation for their participation in the exhibit.


    Submission of entries constitutes agreement to the conditions set forth in this document and in the Policy for the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.  
    Accepted artworks should be installation-ready, either framed or with hanging hardware attached. 
    Artworks should not exceed 48 x 48 inches, protrude from the wall more than 5 inches, or weigh more than 15 lbs. 
    A maximum of three submissions can be accepted per artist. 
    SUBMITTING ENTRIES 
    No entry fee is required. Artists may submit up to three completed works of art.  Artists should submit entries as digital files (JPEG, PNG). 
    Deadline for Submissions: Entries must be received by May 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. 
    Submission Information 

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  • SELECTION NOTIFICATION: 
    The selected artists will be notified by email by May 15, 2026. If your artwork is not selected for display, you will not receive a notice. The decision of the exhibition curator is final and undisputable. 


    A $250 stipend will be provided to selected artists. Once the selection process has concluded details will be communicated through the contact information submitted in the application. 


    Selected artists may deliver artwork to: 
    The Majestic Theater
    1925 Elm Street. 
    Dallas, TX 75201

    Delivery Dates: May 18 - 21, 2026 (M-F 10:00AM – 4:00 PM) 
    Art should be ready for installation at the time of delivery. No artwork shall be removed from the exhibition before the closing date. It is understood that the accepted artwork images can be reproduced by the Curator and the City of Dallas for publicity and educational purposes. 


    INSURANCE 
    The City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture will provide insurance on most works of art. In some cases, the City of Dallas may refuse to insure certain pieces of art. Artists have the option to purchase their own insurance separately. While on exhibition, the artwork will be given all reasonable care. 
    Shipping/delivery of artwork to and from the The Majestic Theater is the responsibility of the artist. The insurance coverage provided by the City will not be in effect while the artwork is being shipped. Prepaid shipping label for return should accompany artwork. 


    SALES 
    Transactions for the purchase of artwork shall be directly between the purchaser and the artist or his/her official agent. 

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