Nobody Asked for Permission: Six Open Arts Calls in Essex County Nobody is waiting for society to catch up. Honestly, society should be taking notes. Essex County’s creative community is already at least six moves ahead. A mural is going up inside Salem State. A gender-affirming fashion show is casting its runway. An inaugural fashion show is building its roster

Beverly Cultural District Announces Two Major Creative Opportunities for Artists and Designers Beverly’s Cultural District is seeking talented, creative professionals for two significant projects that will shape the visual landscape of downtown Beverly. These opportunities – a large-scale public mural and a comprehensive brand identity redesign – allow artists and designers to make lasting contributions to Beverly’s thriving arts community.

An Immersive Exhibition at Salem Arts Association Salem Arts Association proudly presents “Shattered,” an unprecedented immersive exhibition curated by Tadhg Slater, breaking traditional boundaries and redefining the gallery experience this January 2025. About the Exhibition “Shattered” explodes the boundaries of traditional art experiences, inviting viewers to journey through a world of fractured reflections, distorted perspectives, and unexpected juxtapositions. This groundbreaking

When Sunday, September 10, 2023 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location Salem Arts Association, 159 Derby Street, Salem MA Call For Art: “ArtoberFest” An exhibit exploring Salem’s history with Autumn, Halloween, Witchcraft, and the Spirit of the season. The resulting exhibit represents diverse interpretations of the theme and how, by bringing them together, we create a collective understanding of it. Open

Two big opportunities for artisans, makers, and creators.  Applications are being accepted for two great programs, including Mini Grants for Salem Artists, and the 2024 Salem Public Artist in Residence (PAiR). The City of Salem Public Art Commission (PAC) is thrilled to announce Public Art & Performance Mini Grants for Salem Artists! 2024 Artists′ Row Public Artist In Residence Program

  Burlington, Massachusetts – The Town of Burlington’s Economic Development Office is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for artists to leave their mark on the heart of Burlington’s Town Center. Seeking to enrich the area’s visual landscape, the Town is accepting proposals from mural artists for a $15,000 grant award. This grant will fund an outdoor postcard mural on

SALEM, MA (July 11, 2023) The City of Salem, MA is excited to launch a Call for Public Artists & Creatives for the City’s 2024 Artists’ Row Public Artist in Residence Program (PAiR) Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the Salem Public Art Commission seek Creatives to participate in the City of Salem’s 5th Annual Artists’ Row Public Artist in Residence (PAiR)

The 2023 Salem Arts Festival is calling all local artists in Salem, Massachusetts! This is an exciting opportunity for visual artists to showcase their talents and have their work seen by thousands of festival-goers in the stunning historic setting of Old Town Hall. This is also an opportunity to sell your work to collectors and consumers alike. For the 15th

Submissions are open for Salem State Theatre’s 5th Annual Veterans 10-Minute Play Festival through June 1, 2023. Selected works will be presented November 9, 10 and 11, 2023. Designated a Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, a Top College and University by Military Advanced Education, and a Best for Vets College by Military Times, Salem State values our military connected

Call for Art: “Our Roots Run Deep: A Celebration of Culture, Heritage, and Diversity” In celebration of Salem Ancestry Days, Salem Arts Association invites artists to submit artworks celebrating culture and heritage. From portraits of our ancestors to a celebration of traditional visual culture, we encourage you to tap deep into your roots for inspiration. Open Exhibit Call for Art: