We want you! Join us in this celebration of art dedicated to inclusion by dismantling patriarchy and misogyny.

  

~ Remember, you are eligible to apply for a scholarship if you submit work (visual artwork, writings, performance, music, etc.)

 

A little background: Broad Ideas is community arts show committed to inclusion by dismantling patriarchy and misogyny through the telling of our stories.  Every March at the Galena Center for the Arts it continues to be a space for people to tell their stories through visual art, the written word, music, and performance.  Broad Ideas purposely includes a wide range of ideas, artists, abilities, and events.  Simply put, this show is for anyone that supports inclusion, equity, and the arts.  The celebration continues in 2027 and we hope you will be a part of it. 

While inclusive feminism is always our overarching theme, this year’s prompt is Ripple Effect!  Consider the effect 10 years of Broad Ideas has had on you and our community.  How do small actions stack up to have big impacts?  How has the ripple effect of feminism and art changed you?     ​

 

2027 Submission Process:   

Artwork Info:

• Artwork submissions are limited to 2 pieces.

• Spoken Word pieces that are printed out for display are considered artwork and should adhere to all artwork submission guidelines. 

• All artwork submissions need to be display ready upon drop off. 

  • Specifically, 2D work needs to have a wire across the back (or teeth) so it can be hung easily from a nail on the wall. 

• If you have an oversized piece or work, please contact us prior to February 1, 2027, to ensure we can accept your work. 

• There is no cost to submit work. 

• All abilities are encouraged to submit artwork. 

• The story of your artwork is REQUIRED and will be displayed next to your piece. Details about "stories" and how to submit further below. 

• The Planning Committee reserves the right to refuse any submission. 

• If you would like to submit work anonymously, please email us and we will work with you to do what we can to make this happen. 

 

Artwork Drop Off

Galena Center for the Arts

971 Gear St, Galena IL 61036 

Saturday, February 20, 2027: 4pm-6pm
Sunday, February 21, 2027: 10am-12pm

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If you are mailing work in, it MUST arrive by 2/20/27 in order to be included in the show.  Please print out this release and send with your work.  Also, make sure to include return postage.  If your piece is for sale and sells, the return postage is considered a donation to Broad Ideas.  *If you are bringing your artwork in, please do NOT print out this form and fill it out ahead of time.  We use a different form at check in for dropped off artwork.  

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Artwork Pick-Up - April 4 from 3-5pm 

Artists that attend the Spoken Word Closing can also pick up their artwork following that event.

 

Spoken Word Info:

• Limit 2 pieces

• Submissions need to be 3 minutes or less in total length.

• Writings must be submitted via email by February 20, 2027.*

• Email submissions to cindytegtmeyer@gmail.com. 

  • Please have the Subject Line say: Broad Ideas Spoken Word 2026 from "your name"

  • Attach your piece(s) in a Word document or the body of your email.

  • Include the title of your piece and the exact way you would like your name printed in the program as the author.

  • Please include your phone number.

• The Planning Committee reserves the right to refuse any submission. 

• There is no cost to submit work or perform.

• Spoken Word performance event 4/4/27at 3pm. Performers will need to be available by 2:30 that day for a sound check.

• If you would like to submit work anonymously, please email us and we will work with you to do what we can to make this happen. 

* There is some wiggle room with the spoken word deadline, but please email by 2/22/27 to express your interest.

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If you have any questions, please message us at through the website 

 

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