The Contemporary Dayton has issued a call for entries for its Member’s Spotlight Exhibition Series, inviting current members to apply for solo exhibitions during the 2026-2027 season. The deadline for submissions is July 15, 2026, with notifications on August 1, 2026. Selected artists will exhibit in the T. Chase Hale & Jonathan A. Hale Gallery, which attracts over 40,000 annual visitors, and will receive professional support from curator Heather Jones.
This call matters because it highlights how regional art institutions like The Contemporary Dayton actively nurture local artistic talent through membership-based programming. By offering a professional gallery platform and public visibility, the series strengthens the contemporary arts ecosystem in Dayton and provides emerging and established artists with valuable exposure and career development opportunities.