Community Gallery Guidelines
An Exhibit Space for Everyone
Imagine seeing your art work on display at Sandy Spring Museum! To respond to the large number of requests we receive from artists who wish to exhibit here, we established The Community Gallery. The Community Gallery is for short-term, small-scale exhibits by local artists. You may also rent the gallery for exhibiting personal collections.
Individuals or groups of artists may rent the Community Gallery for $250/month for up to 2 months maximum. If works are for sale, a 30% commission goes to the museum. The gallery is approximately 8×17 feet and has 2 windows with natural light, and is located directly off the main exhibit hall for easy accessibility.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and exhibitions are scheduled based on availability. Artists will be informed of their acceptance within several weeks of submission.
Open Call for Exhibit Proposals
If you’re looking for a space to hold a short-term exhibition in a museum setting, this is a great opportunity. For more information, please contact Exhibit & Program Coordinator Yu Jie or call (301) 774-0022.
Exhibition planning & installation
Please view the Community Gallery floor plan map (PDF) (opens in a new tab) to help plan your exhibition layout, and the Museum Hanging Specifications (PDF) (opens in a new tab) to prepare your artwork for installation.
Guidelines
All artists must be at least 18 years old or older.
All artists must be Maryland residents, preferably from Montgomery County, but not required.
All wall-hanging artwork must be wired and ready to hang on the Walker Display System.
Pedestals, tables, or easels may be brought in to display 2D or 3D work. Some Museum pedestals may be available as well.
The Museum will create labels for pieces, a small sign with the artist’s statement, and a digital postcard for promoting the exhibit.
Exhibitions will run as close, back-to-back as possible, with 1 or 2 days allowed for exhibit turnover.
Artists must assist staff with the installation of their work.
Rental payment is due upon confirmation of the exhibit date via credit card or check.
Please view the Community Gallery floor plan map (PDF) (opens in a new tab) to help plan your exhibition layout, and the Museum Hanging Specifications (PDF) (opens in a new tab) to prepare your artwork for installation.