Exhibition Proposals

Proposal Status

Now Accepting Exhibition Proposals

Now Accepting
Exhibition Proposals

BOX 13 ArtSpace exhibits experimental works not previously shown in Houston. Proposals are accepted for our three downstairs galleries (Front BOX Gallery, Back BOX Gallery, and Window BOX Gallery) and the Upstairs BOX Gallery for 6-8 week exhibition periods. Dimensions and technical drawings of each space are available here: BOX 13 ArtSpace Gallery Dimensions video gallery walk through 3D Model.
 

BOX 13 ArtSpace is 100% volunteer artist-run – we do not have a staff. Exhibiting artists should be prepared to install their own work or make arrangements with a BOX ArtSpace member or a local to do so in your place. BOX 13 ArtSpace does not have a budget for expenses related to shipping work, purchasing equipment, travel expenses, etc.

Information sessions

This year, we will host two information sessions

• Virtual Session: Wednesday, September 17th 7:30 – 8:30 pm via Zoom (completed) 

In-Person Walkthrough: Saturday, September 20th 1:00-2:00 pm. Please RSVP here. Includes a guided tour of the space We encourage you to attend one or both sessions to get a full overview of the opportunity and space.

Questions? Contact box13artspace@gmail.com

Submission Guidelines

All Exhibitions Proposals MUST include the following information.
Incomplete Proposals or those not following the below requirements will not be reviewed.

Email
Phone Number
First & Last Name
Location: City and state in which you will reside in 2026.
Availability: Dates cover install, opening reception, regular exhibition hours, and deinstall dates.

Exhibition Cycle 1:  January 3 – February 21, 2026

Exhibition Cycle 2:  February 28 – April 18, 2026

Exhibition Cycle 3:  May 16 – July 3, 2026

Exhibition Cycle 4:  September 4 – October 17, 2026

Exhibition Cycle 5:  October 24 – December 11, 2026

Gallery Space: Which gallery are you interested in? (Front, Back, Window, Upstairs) 

Website/Social Media

Exhibition Title

PDF format
Resumé and/or CV(s) for yourself and each artist in your proposed exhibition.

The following is to be put into one PDF form

  • Biography: Bios for all participants.
  • Description: Describe the concept and physical details of your proposed exhibition as well as the installation plan. Be Specific. (500 words)
  • Images: 10-20 images with titles, dimensions, media, and year.

Submission Deadline

September 30th, 2025

Submitting Your Proposal
Proposals are due by Midnight (11:59PM) on September 30th, 2025. Proposals received after this time will not be reviewed.

For more information or to make an appointment to view the galleries, please contact us in advance.

Gallery hours are Saturdays, 1 – 5PM while exhibitions are on view, or by appointment at box13artspace@gmail.com.

Next Steps
All Exhibition Proposals will be reviewed by a committee of BOX 13 Member Artists. Notifications will be sent by October 28th, 2025. Selected exhibitions will be programmed for our 2026 exhibition calendar year.

Questions? Contact box13artspace@gmail.com

How-To Propose an Exhibition

Gallery Images

Floor Plan

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