Important Dates

Exhibition dates: May 9, 2026, through July 19, 2026

Painting entry dates: February 1, 2026, through March 1, 2026

Exhibition entries sent to juror: March 5, 2026

Notice of selections: by April 10, 2026

Shipped art due: April 27, 2026, through May 1, 2026

In-person delivery to Clarksville: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Exhibition open to the public: May 9, 2026

Workshop: May 12, 2026, through May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CDT

Pre-opening day, Friday night social: TBA

Entry Process

1. Application will be on the webpage to begin Feb. 1, 2026
2. Pay the entry fee with PayPal (account or credit card)
3. You will then Email Images to: tnws.exhibitions@gmail.com.

Please read the 2026 Biennial Prospectus for more details on entry requirements.

Schedule for Traveling Exhibit

West TN Regional Art Center, Humboldt

Exhibit opening: Friday, July 24, 2026
Exhibit closing: Friday, September 4, 2026

Pryor Gallery, Columbia State, Columbia

Exhibit opening: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Exhibit closing: Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Clear Story Arts, Chattanooga

Exhibit opening: Friday, November 6, 2026
Exhibit closing: Saturday, November 28, 2026