Art & Protest at America’s 250th
Organization:
One Mile Gallery
Location
Kingston, NY
Entry Fee
Paid Entry
Deadline
April 15, 2026
Exhibition
Jun 27
- Aug 1, 2026
A Complicated Union: Art & Protest at America’s 250th Anniversary
In 2026, the United States marks its 250th anniversary. A moment to reflect not only on our nation’s founding ideals, but on the ongoing struggle to realize them. One Mile Gallery invites artists to submit work for a group exhibition examining America through the dual lens of love and protest: honoring the country while questioning, challenging, and expanding its promises.
This exhibition seeks work that engages with the U.S. Constitution, civil liberties, and the lived experience of freedom in America. We are particularly interested in art that amplifies marginalized voices, addresses constitutional rights and freedoms, and explores how dissent, resistance, and care for one’s country are deeply intertwined.
THEMES OF INTEREST INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)
Freedom of speech, assembly, religion, and the press
Constitutional rights and their limits
Protest as patriotism
Love of country through critique
Democracy, justice, and civic responsibility
Marginalized communities and silenced histories
Race, gender, immigration, disability, and LGBTQ+ perspectives
Self-taught and non-traditional artistic practices
The evolving meaning of “We the People”
ELIGIBILITY
This call is open to all artists working in any medium. Self-taught artists and artists from historically marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply. Emerging and established artists are welcome.
MEDIA
All visual art forms will be considered, including but not limited to painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textile, collage, video, mixed media, and installation.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Please submit:
2–5 images of recent work (created within the last 3 years)
A brief artist statement (250–500 words) addressing how your work relates to the exhibition theme
A short bio (150 words max)
Medium, dimensions, year, and price (if for sale)
In 2026, the United States marks its 250th anniversary. A moment to reflect not only on our nation’s founding ideals, but on the ongoing struggle to realize them. One Mile Gallery invites artists to submit work for a group exhibition examining America through the dual lens of love and protest: honoring the country while questioning, challenging, and expanding its promises.
This exhibition seeks work that engages with the U.S. Constitution, civil liberties, and the lived experience of freedom in America. We are particularly interested in art that amplifies marginalized voices, addresses constitutional rights and freedoms, and explores how dissent, resistance, and care for one’s country are deeply intertwined.
THEMES OF INTEREST INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)
Freedom of speech, assembly, religion, and the press
Constitutional rights and their limits
Protest as patriotism
Love of country through critique
Democracy, justice, and civic responsibility
Marginalized communities and silenced histories
Race, gender, immigration, disability, and LGBTQ+ perspectives
Self-taught and non-traditional artistic practices
The evolving meaning of “We the People”
ELIGIBILITY
This call is open to all artists working in any medium. Self-taught artists and artists from historically marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply. Emerging and established artists are welcome.
MEDIA
All visual art forms will be considered, including but not limited to painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textile, collage, video, mixed media, and installation.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Please submit:
2–5 images of recent work (created within the last 3 years)
A brief artist statement (250–500 words) addressing how your work relates to the exhibition theme
A short bio (150 words max)
Medium, dimensions, year, and price (if for sale)