June 13, 2025 – The Miller Art Museum has announced that its call for submissions for the 50th Juried Annual Exhibition, is now open. The longstanding exhibition is open to emerging and established artists, inviting entries from artists aged 18 and older who live and work in Wisconsin. The exhibition will be on view this fall in downtown Sturgeon Bay.
Celebrating five decades in 2025, the Miller Art Museum’s Juried Annual is one of the longest-running juried visual art exhibitions in the state. It offers artists from across Wisconsin a meaningful platform for statewide recognition, the opportunity to network among peer artists, and visibility to a highly engaged and supportive audience in Door County—a destination widely known for its vibrant arts community.This year’s call for entries mirrors the success of past exhibits—such as the 49th, which featured work by 69 artists from across the state. Participants are eligible for nearly $2,000 in cash awards, including the prestigious Gerhard Miller Award of Excellence and the Bonnie Hartmann Award for Outstanding Creativity.
“This exhibition is a testament to the strength and depth of creative practice in Wisconsin,” says Executive Director Elizabeth Meissner-Gigstead. “For 50 years, it has provided regional visual artists with an important platform to share their work, and contribute meaningfully to the evolving visual narrative of our region.”
Artists interested in participating can review the full prospectus—including eligibility, submission guidelines, and technical requirements—via ArtCall.org. The deadline to submit is August 22, 2025.