Established in 1957, Roberson Museum’s Regional Art Exhibition celebrates the talent of artists living in the Southern Tier, Central New York, and Northern Pennsylvania. Over the decades, this exhibition has featured thousands of works in diverse media, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and photography. We are excited to continue this tradition with a juried
showcase that brings these exceptional works to the community.
Submitting work is FREE thanks to support provided by The Endowment for the Visual Arts at the Community Foundation for South Central New York
General Eligibility requirements:
• Artist must reside within an 80 miles of Binghamton, NY.
• Work must have been completed within the last 5 years, and not previously exhibited at Roberson.
• Work may not exceed 96 inches in any dimension, or 150 pounds.
• All selected work must be delivered in the original medium. No scans, reproductions, or photographs of paintings will be accepted.
Roberson’s Regional Art Exhibition 2021
Roberson’s Regional Art Exhibition 2021
Timeline
• January 10th – Submissions open
• February 7th – Submissions close
• March 4th – March 18th – Artists notified of selection or rejection
• May 24th – Exhibition Opens / Artist Reception
• September 7 – Final day to view Exhibition
Eligibility Map
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pieces can I submit?
Artists may submit a maximum of two works for consideration. If an artists submits more than two pieces, only the first two works submitted will be considered. If you made a mistake filling out the submission form, please contact slindridge@roberson.org.
I'm not a 'professional artist.' Can I still submit my work?
Yes! Roberson’s Regional Art Exhibition encourages submissions from all artists, regardless of whether or not it’s your day job.
I am still in High School. Can I submit my work?
Yes! Artists of all ages may submit their work, regardless of their status as a student. We encourage anyone under the age of 18 to work on the submission form with a trusted adult.
if selected, Will I be responsible for hanging my own piece?
No. Selected works must be ready to hang. Our experienced exhibitions team will handle finding a proper spot for and hanging your piece in the gallery.
If selected, will I be able to access my work before the end of the Exhibition?
No. All selected works will be on display for the full duration of the exhibition. Please consider this before submitting your work.
I cannot travel to Binghamton. Can I still submit my work?
All work is to be submitted digitally, regardless of distance from the Museum. If selected, it is the artist’s responsibility to deliver their work to Roberson Museum either in person or by mail within the timeframe outlined in the prospectus. Mailed works must be sent with a return label.
Do you have further questions? Please review the full prospectus. If this document doesn’t answer your question, please reach out to info@roberson.org
History
Roberson’s Regional Art Exhibition occurs every five years, and is a celebration of art from the Southern Tier, Central New York, and Northern Pennsylvania. The exhibition has showcased thousands of artists since its inception by Keith Martin and the Society of the Fine Arts in 1957.
Originally known as the Susquehanna Regional Art Exhibition, this show was the first competitive, professionally judged art show in the region. Since its first year, the Regional Art Exhibition has had no limits on who could submit work. Everyone from amateur school children to career artists are encouraged to participate.
Prior to the 1980s, more than 100 paintings, sculptures, and drawings were hand delivered to the Museum every two years by artists hoping to have their work selected for the exhibition. The pieces were then judged by renowned figures in the region’s arts community, such as Whitney Museum’s curator Robert M. Doty and the Department of Education’s Museum Education Specialist Richard Grove for the 1967 exhibition.
Over the years, the exhibition has expanded to make participation more accessible. As of 2025, works can be submitted via Roberson’s website in any medium, including digital.
Winslow Eaves showing his winning sculpture to Walter Buhr of the ‘Sculptor and Potters Guild’ at the 1957 Regional Art Exhibition
2021 WINNERS
Queen of Jacks: Clubs
Rich Harrington
First Prize
Wounds (Elegy Series)
Joanne Barthelmes
Second Prize
Mandy
Linda Ciallelo
Third Prize
HISTORIC PHOTO GALLERY
