Artist Opportunities, Spring 2026

Franklin Cultural District + Dean Bank Public Art Residency
Application Deadline: March 15th

Click here for the application process.

Franklin Cultural District Guide Featured Artist 
Submission Deadline: March 1st

Click here for submission process.

Fairy Trails & Franklin Tales Public Art Project  at the Franklin Sculpture Park
Deadline to sign up is March 30th 
Click here for participation details.

Ongoing: Display Public Artwork on Town Owned Property

Artists interested in exhibiting or displaying their work on Town-owned property are invited to apply through the Town of Franklin’s Public Art Exhibition Program. This program allows artists to share their creative work in public buildings, facilities, and outdoor spaces throughout the community.

All proposals are reviewed by the Town Administration to ensure that each installation aligns with the public use of the space, maintains community standards, and upholds public safety. Applicants must complete an online application and receive approval before any installation occurs.

Exhibits may be displayed for up to one year, unless otherwise specified, and must include appropriate labeling or descriptions (without pricing information). Space availability may be affected by Town-sponsored exhibitions or displays.

To learn more or to begin the application process, please complete the Public Art on Town Property Application form.

Questions? Reach out to Cory Shea, Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, cshea@franklinma.gov

Q & A

If I apply, do I automatically get in?
Only in the case of the Fairy Trails and Franklin Tales program. All other submission processes will undergo a selection from an ad hoc art committee. 

How will I be notified about these projects?
All acceptance and any correspondence will be generated via EMAIL - please make sure the email you enter at submission is one you actively check.

How are these projects being funded?
The Artsy Box program is coordinated by the Franklin Cultural District Committee; with grant funding provided by a Cultural District grant given by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  

Fairy Trails and Franklin Tales is a collaboration between the Depart. of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy and the Public Library offering free connective program. This project is free to participate in; and welcomes all community members to showcase their own eco friendly fair houses.

The Micro Gallery RFP and the Art of Play: Franklin's Cornhole Project is funded through a Public Art Earmark that was generously bestowed on the Town of Franklin, thank you to Senator Rebecca Rausch. These interactive platforms enables community members to participate with art, 'off the wall,' as well as paying local artists for their work.

Can I sell the work while its on display?
All work that is presented in a town-run exhibition on town owned property cannot be for sale; and cannot be marketed for sale while on display.

Have further questions? Please reach out to the Director of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Cory Shea cshea@franklinma.gov