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Statewide 2026
EXHIBITION

Statewide 2026

Springfield Art Association

June 21, 2026Springfield, IL, USA (M.G. Nelson Gallery, 700 N 4th St)

A statewide juried exhibition for professional Illinois artists, launched by the Springfield Art Association to replace the discontinued Illinois State Fair professional art competition. All media eligible, with $2,600 in awards across 2D and 3D.

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A juried statewide exhibition created by the Springfield Art Association as a professional alternative after the Illinois State Fair ended its fine-art competition. Shown in the M.G. Nelson Gallery (Aug 7–29, 2026) with a reception and awards on August 7 and $2,600 in prizes across 2D and 3D categories.

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Open to professional artists age 21 and older who are residents of Illinois. Up to three original works in any media, completed within the last three years.

Dates & details

Deadline
11:59 PM CDT
Programme dates
August 7 – 29, 2026
Results
June 29, 2026
Costs to the artist
$35 entry plus shipping
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$2,600 in prizes — First/Second/Third in both 2D and 3D, plus an overall Best of Show
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$35 (up to 3 works)

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