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THE OPEN SHOW: 2025

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A platform providing emerging artists the opportunity to present their work regardless of experience or affiliation.

 

Join us in welcoming new and local artists as they showcase their work during our open show exhibition! The artwork being showcased includes a wide range of artist styles and mediums such as painting, photography, mixed media and ceramic.

 

March 20 - May 4, 2025

Colorful Abstract Portrait

Upcoming Events at ACM

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  • The Open Show 2025
    The Open Show 2025
    Thu, Feb 27
    Arts Council of Midland
    Submit your artwork for exhibition in The Open Show. This is an open call show and artists from around the Permian Basin are welcome to submit their work. Most visual art mediums are accepted (painting, photography, prints, fiber art, collage, sculpture, etc.).
  • Celebration of the Arts Festival
    Celebration of the Arts Festival
    Fri, May 16
    Bush Convention Center
    Visual & Performing artists, both local and national, are highlighted indoors at Bush Convention Center. Dates include: Friday, May 16 (Premier Party); May 17 & 18 (Art Demonstrations, Children’s Art Activities and an Entertainment Circle)
  • Classic Car Show
    Classic Car Show
    Sun, May 18
    Bush Convention Center
    10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Car Enthusiasts! Free & Open to the Public, Food Trucks & Multi Sports Inflatable Game! We'll be located just OUTSIDE of the Bush Convention Center.
  • COA Tea & Me Party
    COA Tea & Me Party
    Sun, May 18
    Bush Convention Center
    Sun, July 14 | Bush Convention Center 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. $25 general admission for seating, tea/lemonade & cupcakes. Hats, gloves & ties encouraged! Boys/girls ages 5-12 years old. Learn more at https://www.acmidland.org/celebration-of-the-arts.
  • COA Afternoon Tea
    COA Afternoon Tea
    Sun, May 18
    Bush Convention Center
    Sun, May 18 | Bush Convention Center 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Sponsor Tables available! $60 individual general admission ticket includes seating, tea, refreshments, and sweets. Music by Francesco Florance | Harp Hats and gloves for ladies. Learn more at https://www.acmidland.org/celebration-of-the-arts
  • Family FUN Block Party
    Family FUN Block Party
    Sun, May 18
    Bush Convention Center Courtyard
    5 – 8 p.m. All ages welcome. Free & Open to the Public, Food Trucks, & Multi Sports Inflatable Game! Live Stage Entertainment with local band The Croaking Toad & Liam Marlowe. We'll be located just OUTSIDE of the Bush Convention Center.
  • A Trio Showcase
    A Trio Showcase
    Thu, Jun 05
    Arts Council of Midland
    Local artists Svetlana Duncan, Jeremy Mitchell and Beth Dixon will showcase some of their work! These were the ribbon winners during The Open Show 2024. View their work during the joint exhibition! Reception: June 5, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
  • Wig & Wine
    Wig & Wine
    Thu, Jun 05
    Arts Council of Midland
    Thu, June 5 | Arts Council of Midland Reception: 5:30 – 7pm with Sletvan Duncan, Jeremy Mitchell & Beth Dixon. Wig & Wine Join in on the June fun! Stop in, wear your favorite wig, and check out the exhibition!
Exhibitions

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MAJOR EVENTS

MAR 19

Conversations in Fine Art | Elizabeth Resch - Velvet Mesquite

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MAR 20 - MAY 4

The Open Show 2025

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MAY 16 - MAY 18

Celebration of the Arts Festival | Bush Convention Center

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JUNE 5 - JULY 20

A Trio Showcase | Svetlana Duncan, Jeremy Mitchell & Beth Dixon

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The Arts Council of Midland is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization seeking to coordinate community-based arts programming, projects and initiatives. ACM brings together art leaders, board members from arts organizations and committed public supporters in Midland to be a collective voice for the arts. 

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