Exhibition Proposals Open Call
About the Exhibitions Open Call
BOX 13 ArtSpace exhibits experimental works not previously shown in Houston. Proposals are accepted for our three downstairs galleries (Front BOX Gallery, Back BOX Gallery, and Window BOX Gallery) and the Upstairs BOX Gallery for 6-8 week exhibition periods. Dimensions and technical drawings of each space are available here: BOX 13 ArtSpace Gallery Dimensions, virtual gallery walk-through 3D Model.
BOX 13 ArtSpace is 100% volunteer artist-run – we do not have paid staff. Exhibiting artists should be prepared to install their own work or make arrangements with a BOX ArtSpace member or a local to do so in your place. BOX 13 ArtSpace does not have a budget for expenses related to shipping work, purchasing equipment, travel expenses, etc.
Submissions are not currently being accepted. Proposals for the next exhibition calendar year will be accepted in the fall of the previous year. See proposal requirements below. Stay tuned for updates about the next proposal period!
Questions? Contact box13artspace@gmail.com
Application Requirements
Application Information
Phone Number
First & Last Name
Location: City and state in which you will reside in the exhibition year.
Availability: Exhibition cycle dates cover installation, opening reception, regular exhibition hours, and deinstallation dates. 2027 dates TBD. See 2026 dates for reference.
Exhibition Cycle 1: January 3 – February 21, 2026
Exhibition Cycle 2: February 28 – April 18, 2026
Exhibition Cycle 3: May 16 – July 3, 2026
Exhibition Cycle 4: September 4 – October 17, 2026
Exhibition Cycle 5: October 24 – December 11, 2026
Gallery Space: Which gallery are you interested in? (Front, Back, Window, Upstairs)
Website/Social Media
Exhibition Proposal
The following is to be put into one PDF form.
Exhibition Title
Biography: Biographies for all participants
Description: Describe the concept and physical details of your proposed exhibition as well as the installation plan. Be specific (500 words).
Images: 10-20 images with titles, dimensions, media, and year
Resumé or Curriculum Vitae(s): for yourself and each artist in your proposed exhibition
2027 Exhibition Proposals
Open Call Coming Soon!
Submitting Your Proposal
Next Steps
The proposal period is open annually in the fall. Stay tuned for submission dates!
For more information or to make an appointment to view the galleries, please contact us in advance.
Gallery hours are Saturdays, 1–5 PM while exhibitions are on view, or by appointment at box13artspace@gmail.com.
All Exhibition Proposals will be reviewed by a committee of BOX 13 Member Artists. Notifications will be sent roughly a month after the application deadline. Selected exhibitions will be programmed for the following exhibition calendar year.
Questions? Contact box13artspace@gmail.com
