About the Pride in the Upper Valley Call for Art

AVA Gallery and Art Center and Lebanon Opera House welcome art made by LGBTQIA+ artists from the Upper Valley and surrounding New England regions for a pride exhibition in Gallery 3 from June 7-30, 2026. Help us highlight the creativity and originality of our community.

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Key Dates

Pride in the Upper Valley Exhibition Dates: June 7-29, 2026

Opening Reception: Saturday, June 27, 2026, 5-10 PM

Deadline May 25: Notifications sent by May 29

Artwork delivery date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Artwork pick up date: Monday, June 29, 2026


Submit up to 3 works. Work will be accepted based on space. Priority given to marginalized peoples. AI art will not be accepted. Entry fees on a sliding scale, with proceeds benefiting Cobra Lily Collective. 2D work should be prepped for hanging before drop off. All pieces should be labeled with title, artists' name, and price (if for sale). Sales of artwork split 60/40 artist/AVA. Thank you for your submission!

Entry Fee

Pay-what-you-can, proceeds to benefit Cobra Lily Collective

About AVA

AVA retains 40 percent commission on all sales. AVA is not liable for artwork left beyond the designated pickup date. We ask that you grant permission to AVA Gallery and Art Center to use photographs taken or video recorded of you or your artwork for publication in print and electronic form.


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