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2026 Senior Citizens Art Contest and Exhibition
Exhibition On Vew: August 27 - October 1
This exhibition invites artists age 60 and older who reside in Sussex County to share their work in a celebration of creativity across all artistic mediums. Whether you are a lifelong professional or a passionate hobbyist, this exhibition provides an opportunity to showcase your unique perspective and connect with the community through art.
Artwork in all mediums will be accepted and judged in both Professional and Non-Professional categories. First-place winners in each category will earn the opportunity to represent Sussex County at the 2026 New Jersey State Senior Citizens Annual Juried Art Contest & Exhibition, where they will compete alongside outstanding senior artists from across the state.
Join us in honoring the remarkable creativity and lifelong artistic contributions of Sussex County's senior community.
Key Dates Drop Off: Friday, August 21: 11AM - 4PM On View: August 27 - October 1 Reception:
Pick Up: Friday, October 2: 11AM - 4PM
| 2026 New Jersey State Senior Citizens Annual Juried Art Contest and Exhibition Dates will be posted as it becomes available. |
Entry Fees SCAHC Member Artists
Non-Member Artists
| Portfolio Stands Portfolio Stands are only for SCAHC Member Artists exhibiting 3 pieces. Artwork must be matted, wrapped in plastic, and individually labeled with titles and prices. Artists must provide a typed inventory list of what is in their Portfolio Stand. Portfolio Stands must be provided by the artist and the footprint cannot be larger than 30"x30". |
Payment You can pay your entry fees when you drop off your pieces to our gallery |
Funding of the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council has been made available in part by the NJ State Council on the Arts, a division of the NJ Department of State and a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through the State/County Partnership Block Grant Program, as administered by the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council. Additional funding has been made available in part by the New Jersey Historical Commission through the County History Partnership Program, as administered by the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council. Partial funding provided by the Sussex County Board of Commissioners.
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Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.