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America the Beautiful Art Exhibition
Sponsored by Ron Bry
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February 4 – March 21, 2026  
 
Entry Deadline: January 17
Awards Reception February 13



Help us celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence as we present an exhibit intended to showcase the spirit of America, from sea to shining sea. This historic milestone is an opportunity to reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond. Whether the founding fathers, famous battles, monuments, flag, Rocky Mountains, Mississippi River, or our unique wildlife!  Artwork must be original from any art medium including painting, mixed medium, drawing, mosaic, sculpture, and photography.  

Please Note:

If you are a vendor offering your work for sale, please submit payment only for yourself.

If you are registering to attend an event such as a performance or class, payment for each person attending must be made.  
You will be able to record each individual’s name and contact information on the next screen.

Other Dates:
Artwork Delivered - January 24
Pick up Artwork - March 25 - 28

Please click link below to see specifications and exhibit policy terms here:
​www.cmaaa.org/specifications-and-exhibit-policy.html

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Focus on Photography Art Exhibition
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April 1 - May 16, 2026

Entry Deadline - March 21
Awards ​ Reception - April 10
Judge Danielle Koenig - Music Jeffrey Little


The Coliseum Museum invites photographers working in all photographic mediums), digital, film, mixed and unique processes to participate. No theme or subject requirements. Must be 18-years of age and older. No AI


Other Dates:
Artwork Delivered - March 28
Pick up Artwork - May 20—23
 
Please click link below to see specifications and exhibit policy terms here:
​www.cmaaa.org/specifications-and-exhibit-policy.html​

For Mailing or Form Drop Off - Download Registration Form Here:
focus_on_photography_2026_entry_form.pdf

After finishing registering, please return to this page to submit
your images and image details using the "submit images here" button.

Register Here - Focus on Photography
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Around the Farm Art Exhibition

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June 5 - July 18, 2026     
    
Entry Deadline - May 23
Awards ​ Reception - June 12
Judge Deb Cleary - Music Cheryl & the Down Home Boys

 
This art exhibit will celebrate farm life and farming and will highlight the  importance of agriculture in our area. Art should be around the theme of farms, farming, farm machinery, harvest, farmland, agricultural heritage, farm animals, and farm life. Artwork must be   original from any art medium including painting, mixed medium, drawing, fiber arts, writing, sculpture, photography, printmaking and more.  Must be 18-years of age and older.  No AI.
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​Other Dates:
May 24 - Artwork Delivered    ​
July 22 - 25 - Pick up Artwork

​Please click link below to see specifications and exhibit policy terms here:
​www.cmaaa.org/specifications-and-exhibit-policy.html

For Mailing or Form Drop Off - Download Registration Form Here:
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around_the_farm_2026_entry_form.pdf
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After finishing registering, please return to this page to submit
your images and image details using the "submit images here" button.

Register Here - Around the Farm 2026
Submit Images Here
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Objects of Affection: Still Life Art Exhibition
Sponsored by Carl & Ellen Mumford

August 1 - September 12
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Entry Deadline - July 18
Awards ​ Reception - August 7
Judge Glenn Bodish - Music TBA




This art exhibit invites both 2D and 3D artists to share their best work depicting an arrangement of objects. The still life works can be traditional or contemporary in nature, with the content exhibiting everyday objects which are natural (e.g., flowers, plants, rocks, shells, etc.) or which are manufactured (e.g., bottles, glasses, pottery, books, jewelry, etc.). The subjects could range from a single object to a complex arrangement.  No AI.

Other Dates:
Artwork Delivered - July 25
Pick up Artwork - September 16 - 19
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Please click link below to see specifications and exhibit policy terms here:
​www.cmaaa.org/specifications-and-exhibit-policy.htm

For Mailing or Form Drop Off - Download Registration Form Here:
​objects_of_affection_still_life_2026_entry_form.pdf

After finishing registering, please return to this page to submit
your images and image details using the "submit images here" button.

Register Here - Objects of Affection: Still Life
Submit Images Here
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​Moments in Monochrome Art Exhibition
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October 1 - November 14

Entry Deadline - September 19
Awards ​ Reception - October 9
Judge TBA - Music TBA


Monochrome or monochromatic is created using only one color or hue.  Monochrome can use different shades of one color but by definition should contain only one base color. Artists are not bound by style and can be in artwork that is realistic (like a grayscale photograph or drawing) to completely abstract. No AI allowed.

​Other Dates:
Artwork Delivered - September 26
Pick up Artwork - November 18 - 21

Please click link below to see specifications and exhibit policy terms here:
​www.cmaaa.org/specifications-and-exhibit-policy.htm

For Mailing or Form Drop Off - Download Registration Form Here:
moments_in_monochrome_entry_form.pdf

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After finishing registering, please return to this page to submit
your images and image details using the "submit images here" button.
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Register Here - Moments in Monochrome
Submit Images Here

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