Boston Printmakers 2026 North American Print Biennial

The Boston Printmakers 2026 North American Print Biennial is one of the most prestigious events in printmaking. Founded in 1947, the Boston Printmakers promotes public knowledge of printmaking, encourages and supports artists working in printmaking, and promotes excellence and innovation within the field.

North American artists 18 years and older are eligible to enter. Original, innovative works in all printmaking media are eligible; photographs, offset reproductions, or reproductions of artwork originally produced in another medium will not be considered. Artists may submit up to three digital images of original prints completed within 2023-2026. All work must be framed in simple black metal or black wooden frames no more than ½" thick on the front edge, with Plexiglas and a standard white or off-white window mat minimum 3 inches wide. Frames must be ready to hang with wire or D-rings.

Entry fee is $35 USD for Boston Printmakers members (with coupon code) or $50 USD for non-members. $10,000 is available in juror-designated purchase prizes and materials awards. The juror is Esther Adler, Curator in the Department of Drawings and Prints at The Museum of Modern Art. Results will be emailed before April 1, 2026. The exhibition runs September 8 – November 21, 2026 at 808 Gallery, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts. A public reception and juror's talk is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026. A 35% commission will be charged on all sales.