The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art (AKMA) is excited to announce that entries are now open for two major upcoming exhibitions: the 52nd Annual Membership Exhibition and the Undergraduate Juried Exhibition. Both shows provide unique opportunities for artists to showcase their creativity, build their portfolios, and engage with the vibrant regional arts community.
The 52nd Annual Membership Exhibition, on view January 10 through February 22, 2026, invites all current AKMA members to submit up to two original artworks created within the last five years. This long-standing tradition highlights the diverse artistic talent within the museum’s membership and offers artists a chance to have their work displayed in a professional museum setting. Artists who are not yet members may join before the artwork drop-off period to become eligible for participation.
The museum is also accepting submissions for the Undergraduate Juried Exhibition, open to students enrolled in undergraduate programs across the United States during the 2025–2026 academic year. Entrants must be 18 years or older, and all artwork must be original and created within one year of submission. This exhibition gives emerging artists the opportunity to have their work exhibited at a nationally recognized museum, an impressive milestone for any developing art career. The registration deadline for undergraduate artists is February 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Artists interested in participating in either exhibition can find full details, entry guidelines, and submission forms on the AKMA website under the “Call for Artists” tab. Some exhibitions may require entry fees, and all necessary information is clearly outlined online. To learn more or begin the entry process, visit: https://www.albrecht-kemper.org/call-for-artists
Financial assistance provided by the St. Joseph, Missouri Visitors Bureau and the Missouri Arts Council.
