2026 YOUNG ARTISTS’ SHOWCASE
2026 YOUNG ARTISTS’ SHOWCASE
MARCH 7 – April 26, 2026 | Galería A.N. Bush
Now in its 17th year, the Young Artists’ Showcase has grown into a highly anticipated event for K-12 students, teachers, and parents in Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties. The exhibit features artwork by hundreds of students at the Bush Barn Art Center.
This is always one of our most popular exhibitions and one you won’t want to miss!
Opening and Award Ceremony SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2026
- 12:00 P.M. Kindergarten-Grade 5 Individual Artists Awards
- 1:00 P.M. Grades 6-12 Individual Artists Awards
Opening and awards ceremony: SATURDAY, MARCH 7 | BEGINNING AT NOON
| IMPORTANT DATES | |
| Art drop-off: | Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15 | Noon – 4:00 P.M. Friday, February 20 through Saturday, February 22 | Noon – 4:00 P.M. |
| Opening and awards ceremony: | Saturday, March 7  12:00 P.M. Kindergarten-Grade 5 Individual Artists Awards 1:00 P.M. Grades 6-12 Individual Artists Awards |
| Art pick-up: | Saturday, May 2 – Sunday May 3 | Noon -4:00 P.M. SAA is not responsible for artworks remaining 30 days after the final pick-up date |
APPLICATIONS
When your K-12 student participates in a Young Artists’ Showcase, they gain a stronger sense of self-expression, connect with a creative community, and are inspired to keep exploring artistic problem-solving and self-discovery. Drop off your young artists work noon to 4:00 P.M. either the weekend of February 13, 14, & 15 or February 20 & 22.
Para más preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico a Galleries@SalemArt.org
Teachers, looking for ways to inspire your students?
Consider submitting a classroom project and showcasing the incredible talent of your whole class! We love seeing the creativity that thrives in classrooms, in all its forms. We’re excited to celebrate the unique ideas and efforts of your students! Find the form below!
The Young Artists Showcase is supported with a generous contribution from our sponsors
2025 Awards
Kindergarten through Grade 5
BEST IN SHOW: The Dumplings by Rachel D. Age 6
MAPS CREDIT UNION AWARD: Original Breakfast by Alyce Z.
MAYOR’S AWARD: Contrasted Life by Sadie N. Age 10
THE ART DEPARTMENT AWARD: Survive All Monsters by Nicholas T. 1st grade Young Voyagers Montessori School for the Arts
GALLERY GUIDES AWARD: Raymundo, Age 9 Hammond Elem
EPPING FAMILY FOUNDATION AWARD: Karly S. Girl Scout Troop. 1st grade
Middle & High School
BEST IN SHOW: Untitled by Orchid A. South Salem High School
MAPS CREDIT UNION AWARD: Block Print by Eliana R. 11th Grade
MAYOR’S AWARD: El Gatito by Ana Gloria V. North South Salem High School
THE ART DEPARTMENT AWARD: Strings of Perfection by Sunny Xu. McKay Hight School
GALLERY GUIDES AWARD: Mask by Lily W. Howard Street Charter
EPPING FAMILY FOUNDATION AWARD: Plant by Lilyana C. Waldo
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