5/29/2026 Final Call for Entries: "Pets" An Animal Friends Exhibition at McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in Palos Park, IL -- 9602 W. Creek Road

Call for Entries 2026

"PETS"

Our Animal Friends Exhibition

EXHIBITION DATES: June 15 - July 11, 2026

RECEPTION: Saturday, June 20, 2:00-4:00 PM

We invite artists to submit works for “Pets, Our Animal Friends” an exhibition celebrating the animals who share our lives, our homes, and our hearts. This exhibition explores the joy, comfort, humor, and companionship that pets bring into the human experience. From loyal dogs and curious cats to birds, reptiles, fish, and every creature in between.

We welcome artwork that captures the unique bond between humans and their animal friends. We encourage artists to submit 2-D and 3-D artworks.

Contact our office with any questions at 708.671.0648 or email us at office@mccordgallery.org

FOR FULL DETAILS & ENTRY FORM VISIT: mccordgallery.org/pets

IMPORTANT DATES

Deadline to Enter: May 29, 2026