Call for artists/muralists for the inaugural Cultural District + Dean Bank Public Art Residency Program

Call for artists/muralists for the inaugural
Cultural District + Dean Bank
Public Art Residency Program

NEW Call for Artist Opportunities, cultural weekend plans, and a call for engagement!

Franklin Cultural District + Dean Bank Public Art Residency

Click here for the application process.

The Franklin Cultural District, in partnership with Dean Bank and the Town of Franklin’s Department of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, is seeking artists for the inaugural Cultural District + Dean Bank Public Art Residency Program.

This residency will support the creation of an original, site-specific mural across designated exterior inlets at Dean Bank Square. One artist (or artist team) will be selected through an open call to design, install, and steward a mural that reflects Franklin’s community, creativity, and evolving cultural identity.

Program Overview

The Dean Bank Mural Residency Program is a community-centered public art initiative that blends artistic excellence with civic engagement. The selected artist will collaborate with Town staff, Dean Bank representatives, and community members throughout the design and installation process.

Murals will remain on view for approximately 3–5 years, after which new artists will be invited to contribute to the site. This rotating residency model ensures the artwork remains fresh and responsive to the community, while creating ongoing opportunities for artists to share their work in downtown Franklin. The mural will be installed on Depot Street in the three brick inlets facing the Cultural District.

Check out this week's Cultural District Eblast -> https://conta.cc/49H5pGo

Town of Franklin issues call for artists (visual and written word) to submit by March 1

Town of Franklin issues call for artists (visual and written word) to submit by March 1, 2026

Check out this week's blast where we're listing our newest, #callforArtists!

Sign up in the links in our profile, or visit the link suggested below: https://conta.cc/4bu5aja

Deadline extended for Call to Artists; now due September 10

Deadline extended for Call to Artists; now due September 10

Too many of you are (rightfully) soaking up summer vacation vibes — so we’re giving artists a little more time!⁠
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New deadline: September 10 to apply for our Call to Artists.⁠

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your work at the Arts & Culture Symposium.⁠
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Additional details -> https://www.franklinma.gov/1107/Call-for-Visual-Artists

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Call for Artists: Interactive Pop-Up Art Installation

To be presented at the Franklin Arts & Culture Symposium

Deadline for Submission: August 22nd

Artist Stipend Included

The Town of Franklin’s Department of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Franklin Cultural Council and the Franklin Cultural District Committee invite artists and designers to submit proposals for an interactive pop-up art installation to debut at the upcoming Franklin Arts & Culture Symposium.

This temporary, visually striking piece will also serve as a community photo engagement opportunity—encouraging public interaction, photo-taking, and sharing across social media. The selected design will be printed on durable, exterior-grade foam materials, allowing it to "pop up" at multiple upcoming events, including Franklin’s Fall Markets, international celebrations around the 2026 World Cup, and Franklin’s MA250 commemorations.

Call for Artists: Interactive Pop-Up Art Installation

We’re seeking bold, imaginative concepts that:

• Invite the public to interact and pose with the piece
• Reflect themes of community, creativity, and celebration
• Can be adapted or reassembled for different event locations
• Translate effectively into printed, cut-out foam components

Deadline to Apply: Friday, August 22nd

Artist Honorarium: $1,000

Artists will be responsible for creating the design, while the Department of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, in collaboration with the Symposium Subcommittee, will handle the printing of the final works. Designers must be available to assist with on-site installation. After the event, all printed materials will be stored by Cultural District volunteers for potential use in future pop-up exhibitions.

Submission Requirements:

• Artists must be 18 years or older in order to participate.
• Concept sketch/rendering/ Mock Up
• Short project description (max 300 words)
• Artist bio and relevant work samples

Submit proposals to: Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Cory Shea, cshea@franklinma.gov, with the subject line :Interactive Pop-Up Art Installation

Have Questions? Please Email Cory.

Help us bring art into everyday moments—and capture the creativity of Franklin through a lens the whole community can step into!

Please note, submissions will be reviewed by the Arts & Culture Symposium Subcommittee, accepted artists will be notified via email; artists reserve the copyrights for their work.

Call for artists for a special Pop-Up Arts Exhibition this fall

Call to Artists!

Call for artists for a special Pop-Up Arts Exhibition this fall

We’re seeking artists from across the region for a special Pop-Up Arts Exhibition this fall.

Showcase your work, connect with fellow creatives, and be part of a vibrant regional celebration of the arts!

Installation opportunity & pop up exhibit, works on paper- see the link below.

Apply now — limited space available!

Additional info -> https://www.franklinma.gov/1107/Call-for-Visual-Artists

Town of Franklin issues a "CALL FOR ARTISTS" + Includes Stipend Opportunities

Let's get your artwork published!

Call for Artists | Fairy Trails & Franklin Tales The Town of Franklin's Department of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy invites artists and creators of all ages to craft an environmentally friendly fairy house for display in the Franklin Sculpture Park! As part of our Fairy Trails & Tales of Franklin exhibition, we're looking for imaginative and sustainable designs that harmonize with the park's natural beauty. Click here for more details. Call for Artists| Artsy Boxes ARTIST STIPEND AVAILABLE Call for Artists – 2025 Artsy Box Project | Join us in adding color, creativity, and culture to Franklin's streets!  The Franklin Cultural District Committee is excited to announce the 2025 Artsy Box Project, inviting artists to transform a utility box in downtown Franklin into a vibrant public art piece! This initiative celebrates Franklin's creativity and history by showcasing art inspired by nature and community. We welcome artists of all backgrounds—established and emerging—to submit their most uplifting and colorful designs. Click here for more details.   Call for Artists| Micro Galleries ARTIST STIPEND AVAILABLE Franklin's first public art micro gallery is a unique, small-scale exhibition space housed inside a repurposed neighborhood library box. This innovative initiative transforms a traditional book-sharing box into a miniature art gallery, bringing accessible, rotating exhibitions to the heart of our community. Located in an accessible public space, the micro gallery will feature small, original artworks created by local and regional artists. Much like a traditional gallery but on a smaller scale, this space will showcase diverse artistic voices while encouraging engagement, curiosity, and creativity among residents and visitors alike. Click here for more details. Call for Artists| The Art of Play: Franklin's Cornhole Project ARTIST STIPEND AVAILABLE The Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy is seeking artists to create/share vibrant, pieces of artwork for cornhole boards that will be used at town festivals and events for years to come! This is a unique opportunity to bring public art into an accessible, interactive setting, allowing the community to experience and enjoy local creativity in a whole new way. Upcoming events these boards will be featured: Strawberry Stroll, Farmers Markets, PorchFest! Click here for more details. Call for Artists & Writers | Featured in Printed + Digital District Guides Who We're Looking For: Visual artists: illustrators, painters, photographers, printmakers, digital artists, muralists. Writers: poets, lyricists, flash fiction authors, and storytellers Open to creatives who live, work, or create in Franklin or nearby communities. Artwork or short written pieces (poems, lyrics, or very short stories) that reflect the essence of Franklin—its community, creativity, culture, seasons, and shared spaces. Themes can include nature, community connection, public gathering, small-town life, cultural expression, or the passage of seasons. Selected Creatives Will Receive: Featured placement in the seasonal printed guides Artist/writer credit and short feature with your name and contact/social info + artist statements Promotion via Franklin Culture's digital platforms Timeline: Submission Deadline: Wednesday, May 21st Summer Guide Release: Mid June 2025 Fall/Winter Guide Release: October 2025 How to Submit: Email 3–5 art samples (JPEG or PDF) or 1–2 written pieces (under 250 words each), along with a short bio and why you'd like to participate, the Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy Cory Shea, Cshea@franklinma.gov with the subject line: FCD Creative Submission 2025 by Wednesday May 21st Town of Franklin Franklin Culture District | 355 East Central Street | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Call for artists for the Franklin Cornhole Project

Spring has SPRUNG - and do we have some projects for YOU! Check out all the new 'Call for Artists' on our website!

- Fairy Trails and Franklin Tales

- Artsy Boxes

- Micro Galleries

- The Art of Play - Franklin Cornhole Projects

Most of these calls include a stipend for artists!! Don't miss out!

"The Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy is seeking artists to create/share vibrant, pieces of artwork for cornhole boards that will be used at town festivals and events for years to come! This is a unique opportunity to bring public art into an accessible, interactive setting, allowing the community to experience and enjoy local creativity in a whole new way.Upcoming events  these boards will be featured: Strawberry Stroll, Farmers Markets, PorchFest!"

Entry submission for Cornhole Project is May 1, 2025 

More info and entry form -> https://www.franklinma.gov/1107/Call-for-Artists

Call for artists for the Franklin Cornhole Project