This is an exhibition for families, educators, and the broader community to witness the powerful potential of youth when they’re given space to express and grow.

Exhibition Concept:

Our annual young artists exhibition of artistic growth and self-expression by our community’s budding creatives. Just like spring, their art and ideas are fresh, hopeful, and full of potential. Artists and creatives ages 3 to 25 are encouraged to submit but artists of all ages inspired by the theme may submit for consideration to be included in the exhibition. 

Tone: Hopeful, vibrant, affirming, full of discovery.

Important Dates:

• Submissions close on March 5th on Smarter Entry, at 11:59PM, *Acceptance notice sent by Thursday, March 12th.- all young artists will have at least one piece accepted, additional pieces are contingent on available space. Please note: Student Membership and Family Membership holders get their first piece entered for free with membership discount code: YIB26
• Receiving Saturday, March 21st, 11AM to 2 PM
• Opens Monday, March 23rd, 2026
• Closes, Friday, June 5, 2026
• Art Walks Thursday, April 16th & Thursday May 21
• Reception & Awards Wednesday,February 25th, 2026
• Artwork Pick Up Saturday, June 6th, 11AM to 2PM