Connections: The People and The Place – A Community Exhibit of Roots & Culture

Exhibit Dates: January 6 – February 15, 2027 We are shaped by the people who raised us, the places we come from, and the traditions we carry forward.Connections: The People and The Place is an open call to artists working in all genres to share work that reflects one's background, culture, and lived experience. We invite you to reflect on questions such as: Who and what has shaped you? Who are you today because of what others have given you, taught you, or handed down to you? How do self-definition and experience connect to this place we now share? This exhibit seeks to honor both the long-standing ties to this land and the varied paths that have brought people to Wallowa County. We welcome work that explores identity, memory, culture, belonging, and connection — including but not limited to ancestry, food traditions, handmade practices, personal histories, community stories, and contemporary interpretations of heritage. Our hope is to create a space that reflects the richness and complexity of community. All mediums welcome. All experiences welcome. Open to all artists. Subscribe to our newsletter here to be the first to know when the call to artists opens, and follow us on social media for updates throughout the year. Key Dates: Submission Deadline: Saturday December 5 11:59pm, 2026 Notification Email from Show Submit: Friday December 11 4:00 PM Artwork Check-In: Monday January 4, 2027, 12:00 – 4:00 PM Opening Reception: Saturday January 9, 2027, 2:00 – 4:00 PM Exhibit Dates: January 6 – February 15, 2027 Artwork Pickup: Saturday February 13, 2027 Submissions managed through ShowSubmit. Artists will be notified of jury decisions via ShowSubmit.