Organizer Information
The Pullen Arts Center is a well-established community arts institution located in Raleigh, United States. As part of the City of Raleigh’s cultural programming, the center plays a significant role in supporting local and regional artists through exhibitions, education, and public engagement initiatives.
Pullen Arts Center is widely recognized for its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in the arts. Its gallery spaces serve as a platform for diverse artistic voices while fostering meaningful connections between artists and the public. The center emphasizes community-oriented programming and provides free access to exhibitions, making it an important hub for cultural exchange and artistic development within the region.
Title & Description
Pullen Arts Center Exhibition Program 2027
Pullen Arts Center is inviting artists to submit work for its 2027 Exhibition Program, a curated series of themed group exhibitions showcasing a wide range of visual art practices. This opportunity is designed to provide artists with professional exhibition experience while engaging diverse audiences in a public, community-focused setting.
The program consists of three thematic group exhibitions, each exploring a distinct conceptual framework:
- Metamorphosis: Studies in Change (February – April 2027)
Focuses on transformation, adaptation, and growth across personal, social, and environmental dimensions. - Awake and Aware: Our Senses as a Guide (May – July 2027)
Explores perception, sensory experience, and the ways individuals interpret their surroundings. - The Ways We Remember: Rituals, Stories, Memorials (August – October 2027)
Investigates memory, storytelling, and the preservation of personal and collective histories.
Artists are encouraged to interpret these themes freely, with no restrictions on medium or artistic style. Each exhibition will feature approximately 3–5 selected artists and will be on display for approximately 2.5 months.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Painting
- Photography
- Sculpture
- Mixed Media
- Installation
- Jewelry
- Craft
Eligibility
- Open to artists aged 18 and above
- Priority given to artists based in Raleigh and the Piedmont region
- Open to a broad and inclusive range of artists, including diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences
- Both emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply
Program Benefits & Awards
- Opportunity to exhibit work in a professional gallery setting
- Inclusion in a curated group exhibition
- Exposure to a public audience in a community-centered venue
- No commission on sales, allowing artists to retain full revenue
- Participation in a city-supported arts program
- Enhanced visibility and networking within the regional art community
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Completed application form
- Artist statement or description of work
- Portfolio of artworks relevant to the selected theme
- Personal and contact information
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
- Application Period: February – May 2026
- Artist Selection: June 2026
- Notification Date: 1 July 2026
- Exhibition Period: February – October 2027
Location
Raleigh, United States
Additional Details
- All exhibitions are curated group shows organized by Pullen Arts Center
- Each exhibition will include approximately 3–5 artists
- Exhibitions are free and open to the public
- Artists are encouraged to engage conceptually with the themes, but are not required to follow strict interpretations
- The program prioritizes community engagement and accessibility
- For inquiries, applicants may contact the Gallery Coordinator via email