Converge 45, a city-wide triennial based in Portland, Oregon, has announced the title and list of participating artists for its 2026 edition. The 10th edition, titled 'Here, To you, Now,' will take place from August 27–30 across 16 venues. Curated by Lumi Tan, the event draws inspiration from Ursula K. Le Guin's 1985 novel 'Always Coming Home,' emphasizing impermanence and spontaneous dialogue. The exhibition will feature works by 28 artists, including Trisha Baga, Gerald Clarke, and Rose Salane, among others.
The announcement matters because Converge 45 is a significant regional triennial that highlights Portland's vibrant art scene and fosters community engagement through a decentralized, multi-venue format. By centering themes of ecological survival and the fluidity of meaning, the 2026 edition connects contemporary art with broader cultural and environmental conversations, reinforcing the role of biennials and triennials in shaping artistic discourse outside major art capitals.