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2026 Betty Bowen Award
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2026 Betty Bowen Award

Seattle Art Museum

August 1, 2026Seattle, WA, USA (Seattle Art Museum)

SAM's 49th Betty Bowen Award — the Pacific Northwest's premier regional prize honoring original, exceptional work with $20,000 unrestricted cash, a solo exhibition at Seattle Art Museum, and additional recognition awards; finalists receive $500 honorarium.

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SAM's 49th Betty Bowen Award — the Pacific Northwest's premier regional prize honoring original, exceptional work with $20,000 unrestricted cash, a solo exhibition at Seattle Art Museum, and additional recognition awards; finalists receive $500 honorarium.

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Visual artists in all media residing in Washington, Oregon, or Idaho. Resume, artist statement, six images (time-based media may add up to 3 video files). Two-round jury: six anonymous finalists present in person.

Dates & details

Deadline
August 1, 2026, 11:59 PM PDT
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Winner $20,000 + SAM solo show; up to 2 Special Recognition $4,000; up to 3 Commendation $2,500; finalists $500 honorarium
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$10 (fee waivers available)

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