The Museum at Warm Springs is calling on tribal artists — youth and adult alike — to submit work for the 33rd Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth Art Exhibit, a signature cultural showcase that draws visitors from across the region each winter season.
The exhibit will run from November 18, 2026, through February 20, 2027, inside the museum's Changing Exhibits Gallery. An opening reception is planned for the evening of Wednesday, November 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Museum members and the general public are both welcome to attend at no charge.
A Living Tradition
Now in its 33rd year, the annual exhibit is one of the most enduring traditions at The Museum at Warm Springs. The show celebrates the depth and diversity of creative expression among Confederated Tribes members, featuring everything from traditional beadwork, weaving, and regalia craftsmanship to contemporary painting, photography, and mixed-media work.
The exhibit gives Tribal artists of all ages and skill levels a chance to display their work in a professional gallery setting — often alongside established artists who have participated in the show for decades. For youth artists in particular, inclusion in the exhibit is a meaningful rite of passage and an early step in developing a public artistic voice.
How to Submit
Submissions are open to all enrolled Tribal members. Artists interested in participating should contact The Museum at Warm Springs directly for submission guidelines, size requirements, framing specifications, and the deadline for dropping off work ahead of the November 18 opening.
About The Museum at Warm Springs
The Museum at Warm Springs is located at 2189 Highway 26 in Warm Springs, approximately 30 minutes north of Madras. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday. For submission details and visitor information, call the museum directly or visit warmsprings-nsn.gov.
The Museum at Warm Springs opened in 1993 and is one of the largest tribally owned museums in the Pacific Northwest. Its permanent collection spans thousands of years of Warm Springs cultural history, and the building itself — designed to echo the landscapes and traditions of the three confederated tribes — is considered an architectural landmark.
For those who have not yet visited, the November 18 opening reception is an ideal introduction: a free, welcoming community evening filled with art, conversation, and connection. The exhibit runs through the heart of winter, making it a warm destination during the slower months.