2027 Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
About the Open Call
Submissions are open for the 2027 Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition. The exhibition features a General Category for Black artists 18+ nationwide, and a Teen Category for Black artists ages 13-18 within 100 miles of the museum. Artists can submit up to four works across any visual medium. The exhibition runs from January 18, 2027 to April 18, 2027.
What is Offered
Cash awards for Best in Show, Second Place, and Third Place in both categories; exhibition display in the Museum.
Requirements
Artists must be Black. General category is open to artists 18+ across the US. Teen category is for students grades 9-12 within 100 miles of Chicago. Works must be original, completed between 2024-2026 (General) or the 2025/26 school year (Teen), and not previously selected for this exhibition.
How to Apply
Submissions are accepted exclusively via the CallForEntry (CaFE) platform.
Key Information
Deadline
October 11, 2026
Location
Chicago, United States
Categories
Compensation
paid