Description
Call for Entry: A Contemporary Fine Art Exhibition Celebrating Maryland’s Rich Equestrian Culture & the 150th Anniversary of the Preakness Stakes
As part of Preakness Festival 150, Maryland Art Place (MAP), in collaboration with The Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland (SECMD), is seeking artwork that highlights all aspects of horse culture in Maryland, including the Preakness Stakes. MAP welcomes a diverse range of submissions, from conceptual and multimedia pieces to sculpture and two-dimensional works. Submissions will be juried by MAP’s exhibition staff alongside representatives from MAP’s Program Advisory Committee.
Exhibition Timeline
- Call for Entries Released: Week of February 18, 2025
- Submission Deadline: Saturday, March 29, 2025
- Artists Announced: Week of April 2025
- Artwork Drop-Off Window: Tuesday, April 22 – Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Installation Window: May 6 – May 14, 2025
- Opening Reception: Thursday, May 15, 2025
*The Opening Reception will coincide with the annual Bromo District Art Walk, which attracts thousands of visitors, maximizing the exhibition's impact and visibility.
The exhibition will take place at MAP’s street-level gallery in Baltimore City located at 218 West Saratoga Street. The show will open in tandem with the Bromo Arts District’s Annual Spring Artwalk, 5-9pm, Thursday, May 15.
We are seeking artworks highlighting all aspects of horse culture, not just the Stakes. Cash prizes will be awarded to three artists by Juror: Amy Eva Raeshe, Director of Goya Contemporary/Goya Girls Press. The Call deadline is March 29th. All visual mediums welcome. Application Link
Awards
A juror, Amy Eva Raehse of Goya Contemporary/Goya Girls Press will select winners for cash awards:
- $1,000 – Best in Show
- $500 – Not Just a Runner-Up
- $250 – Honorable Mention
About Preakness Festival 150
Preakness Festival 150 is a week-long celebration leading up to the iconic Preakness Stakes, blending world-class horse racing with cultural experiences, live entertainment, community events, and economic opportunities. The festival aims to drive tourism, showcase Maryland’s equestrian heritage, fuel business growth, and invest in communities. Preakness Festival 150 is produced by The Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and an affiliated foundation of the Maryland Sports Commission, a division of the Maryland Stadium Authority.
About Maryland Art Place (MAP)
Maryland Art Place (MAP) inspires, supports, and encourages artistic expression through innovative programming, exhibitions, and educational opportunities while recognizing the powerful impact of art on the community. Since 1981, MAP has been a critical resource for contemporary art in the Mid-Atlantic—nurturing new ideas and engaging the public.
MAP is supported by the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC). Founded in 1967, MSAC champions creative expression, diverse programming, equitable access, lifelong learning, and the arts as a celebrated contributor to Maryland’s quality of life.