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89^TH REGIONAL EXHIBITION OF ART & CRAFT

June 21–September 7, 2025

We are excited to announce the 89th annual Regional Exhibition, which is one of the longest-running juried exhibitions in New England. This tradition at the Fitchburg Art Museum spotlights the artists and crafters of our region by providing a museum environment for their work and connecting them with fellow creators, patrons, and art enthusiasts. Please join us in celebrating our creative community!

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

ELIGIBILITY

The 89th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft is open to all artists and crafters who live or work within 30 miles of Fitchburg. This restriction is intended to support and encourage the artists of our geographic region, not exclude those interested in participating who might be at the margins of this radius. Eligible towns include:

MASSACHUSETTS

Acton, Ashby, Ashburnham, Athol, Auburn, Ayer, Barre, Bedford, Berlin, Billerica, Bolton, Boxborough, Boylston, Carlisle, Charlton, Chelmsford, Clinton, Concord, Devens, Dracut, Dunstable, East Brookfield, Erving, Fitchburg, Framingham, Gardner, Grafton, Groton, Hardwick, Harvard, Holden, Hubbardston, Hudson, Lancaster, Leicester, Leominster, Lexington, Littleton, Lowell, Lunenburg, Marlborough, Maynard, New Braintree, North Brookfield, Northborough, Oakham, Orange, Paxton, Pepperell, Petersham, Phillipston, Princeton, Rutland, Shirley, Shrewsbury, Shutesbury, Spencer, Sterling, Stow, Sudbury, Sutton, Templeton, Tewksbury, Townsend, Tyngsboro, Upton, Warwick, Wayland, Wendell, West Boylston, West Brookfield, West Townsend, Westborough, Westminster, Westford, Weston, Winchendon, and Worcester

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Amherst, Bedford, Bennington, Brookline, Dublin, Fitzwilliam, Francestown, Greenfield, Greenville, Harrisville, Hancock, Hollis, Hudson, Jaffrey, Litchfield, Londonderry, Lyndeborough, Marlborough, Manchester, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Nashua, New Boston, New Ipswich, Pelham, Peterborough, Richmond, Rindge, Sharon, Swanzey, Temple, Troy, and Wilton

ENTRY FEE

$10 Student (someone currently enrolled in high school, college, or an arts program)
$20 current FAM member
$40 non-FAM member*

*By applying to the Regional Exhibition as a non-member, you automatically receive a one-year individual FAM membership. To renew membership from participating in previous Regional Exhibitions, please register as a non-FAM member.

Please note that the entry fee covers up to two submitted artworks per artist. Whether you submit one or two artworks, you only need to pay the appropriate entry fee once! FAM does not have the capacity to provide refunds; please check that you are eligible based on your home/work address or your status as a member of Arts Worcester before submitting payment. Reach out to FAM Staff if you are unsure about eligibility.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Unlimited, free admission to FAM with your membership card
Invitations to programs, artist talks, and special events
20% discount on Museum Gift Shop purchases
Reduced rates on workshops, classes, and special events

ARTWORK DROP-OFF

If your artwork is selected for display, you must deliver it to FAM’s loading dock on:

Friday, June 6, 2025, 12–4 pm
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11–5 pm

SUBMISSIONS

The call for work opens at 12:00 am on April 7 and closes May 23.

Submitted artwork must have been made within two years of the exhibition, so we are only accepting artwork made within the years 2023-2025.

The submission process is entirely online, please do not drop off pieces for entry; they will not be considered.

The list of accepted artists will be posted on this webpage after the end of the submission period and before the drop-off dates.

Click Here to Sign up and pay

JURYING

We’re thrilled to have Bob Dilworth as this year’s juror!

Bob Dilworth is an artist and educator. FAM recently presented a solo exhibition of Dilworth’s work, Bob Dilworth: When I Remembered Home, and Dilworth’s work can be found in our collection. Central to Dilworth’s practice is the celebration of the places and people he loves. From painting to quilting, Dilworth consistently tries new techniques and incorporates new materials into his work.

Born and raised in Lawrenceville, Virginia, Dilworth first came to New England as a student at the Rhode Island School of Design. After earning his MFA at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Dilworth returned to Providence where he continues to live and work today. A lifelong educator, Dilworth taught at the University of Rhode Island for over thirty years and continues to be a cherished member of the Providence art community.

OPENING CELEBRATION

Mark your calendars! We will celebrate the opening of the 89th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft on Friday, June 27, 2025 from 6–8 pm. This reception is free and open to the public. Be sure to invite your family and friends!

PRIZES
To acknowledge the many extraordinary artists and crafters of our region, our juror will offer a number of cash awards generously sponsored by Mike Shea and Toni Wilcox. The full list of prizes are:

First, Second, and Third Prizes
Sculpture Prize
Craft Prize
Voitto Jarvi Watercolor Prize
Saara Parker Painting Prize
Stephen Jareckie Photography Prize
Student Prize
Peter McCollum (Staff Pick) Prize

The First Prize winner will earn a solo exhibition alongside the 90th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft in 2026!

If you have any questions regarding eligibility, payment, or special circumstances, please email museum staff at regionalshow@fitchburgartmuseum.org

The 89th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft is sponsored by generous contributions from Workers Credit Union, Mike Shea and Toni Wilcox, Massachusetts Cultural Council, Fitchburg Cultural Council and the Cultural Councils of Acton-Boxborough, Ashburnham, Ayer, Billerica, Groton, Lancaster, Littleton, Lunenburg, Marlborough, and Westminster.

HOURS

Wednesdays through Fridays: 12–4pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am–5pm
First Thursday of each month: 12–7pm

CONTACT

Fitchburg Art Museum
185 Elm Street,
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Phone 978.345.4207 info@fitchburgartmuseum.org

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89TH REGIONAL EXHIBITION OF ART & CRAFT

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

89^TH REGIONAL EXHIBITION OF ART & CRAFT