WILSON CENTER CALL FOR ARTWORK

The mission of the Wilson Center is to create progressive, ecumenical, and multifaith dialogue for the University of Maine community and, through worship, study, and service, to work for social justice, honor diversity, and offer opportunities for spiritual growth. We invite artists to propose an exhibition at the Wilson Center.

We are interested in artwork that aligns with our mission, and diverse perspectives are warmly welcomed. We welcome people of all genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, ethnicities, abilities, and economic backgrounds. We believe that we as a community and as individuals are enriched by diversity. We welcome seekers, agnostics, questioners, atheists, and people of every faith tradition.

Artists may submit artwork that has already been made, or you can propose a new project specifically designed for the space. Solo exhibitions and group exhibitions will both be considered. Artists are solely responsible for the materials and tools required to make the work, along with any framing and transportation of the work.

Submissions Due By: August 28, 2026

Submit proposals to: programcoordinator@thewilsoncenter.org

Please include the following in your proposal:

A description of the exhibition which outlines the concept of your work and its connection to the mission of the Wilson Center. Please provide a technical description of the work you wish to show and indicate how the work will be installed in the space. Identify any logistical challenges or specific needs (1 page maximum).
A portfolio of 10-15 images that you intend to exhibit. If you are proposing new work or something site-specific, please include sketches and prior projects that are relevant to what you propose.
Image list including the title, date, medium, and size of each piece in your portfolio.
A CV/resume (one for each artist if it’s a group proposal) with contact information and a website(s), if available.

Note: The A-Frame building offers many options for the display of art. Artists are encouraged to use the space in creative and unexpected ways.