The Boston Printmakers 2026 North American Print Biennial

The 2026 North American Print Biennial will be exhibited September 8 – November 21, 2026 at 808 Gallery, Boston University. Presenting the best in contemporary and traditional printmaking, the North American Print Biennial has long been recognized as one of the most prestigious events in printmaking. Founded in 1947, the mission of the Boston Printmakers is to promote public knowledge of printmaking, encourage and support artists working in printmaking, and promote excellence and innovation within the field of printmaking. The exhibition will be juried by Esther Adler, Curator in the Department of Drawings and Prints at The Museum of Modern Art.

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 the timeframe of 2023-2026. The entry fee is $35 for Boston Printmakers members with coupon code or $50 for non-members.

Over $10,000 is available in juror-designated purchase prizes and materials awards. The Boston Printmakers' purchase prizes are placed into permanent collections at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; the Art Complex Museum, Duxbury, MA; the Boston Athenaeum, and the Boston Printmakers Collection at the Boston Public Library. A 35% commission will be charged on all sales. All work must be framed in simple black metal or black wooden frames no more than ½" wide with Plexiglas and a standard white or off-white window mat, minimum 3 inches wide.