American Women Artists is pleased to announce its tenth museum exhibition as part of the 25 in 25 campaign, an initiative to have 25 museum shows for its members over 25 years, thereby better recognizing the work of women artists and increasing the historically extremely low representation of women artists in museums and permanent collections. Of Mark & Meaning: American Women Artists will be exhibited at the in Clarksville, TN from February 13, 2026 – April 26, 2026. Partially housed in a stunning 1898 post office and customs house designed by William Aiken, the museum hosts exhibitions, education programs, and special events in its beautiful space. Of Mark & Meaning: American Women Artists will include 2-D and 3-D works by members of American Women Artists, representing the top women artists in the field throughout the United States and Canada. Call for Entries: August 22 through October 17, 2025. Selected artists will be notified October 31, 2025. American Women Artists is dedicated to the inspiration, celebration, and encouragement of women in the visual Fine Arts. As part of our mission, AWA not only increases the visibility of women’s art in museums across the U.S., but also offers financial support, recognizing mastery in the field. AWA will award a $10,000 Grand Prize Cash Award in addition to approximately $20,000 in other cash and merchandise awards.
