Our annual ART OPEN is back! We’re inviting artists of all levels, amateur and professional, to get ready to submit their work. We can’t wait to showcase incredible local talent once again!
📅 Key Dates:
ARTWORK SUBMISSION DATES: Thursday 5th, Friday 6th, Saturday 7th March 2026. Between 12-4pm.
EXHIBITION OPENING: Saturday 14th March 2026 at 1.00pm.
EXHIBITION CLOSES: Saturday 16 May 2026
Please see the Entry Form for all relevant dates and full terms and conditions of entry.
Or you can collect a hard copy from one of the following locations:
📍 Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery, Museum Street, Blackburn, BB1 7AJ
📍 Blackburn with Darwen Library and Information Service, Town Hall St, Blackburn, BB2 1AG
📍 Blackburn Visitor Centre, Blackburn Market, Church Street, Blackburn, BB1 5AF
Please note, all submissions MUST be accompanied by a fully completed Entry Form.
PLEASE FIT MIRROR PLATES TO YOUR PAINTING.
