The Arts Council of Princeton’s Paul Robeson Center serves as a key resource for contemporary art in central New Jersey. Through thought-provoking exhibitions and related public programs, the Arts Council presents artwork with a broad range of aesthetic, social, and cultural themes.

All selected artists are responsible for getting their work to and from the Arts Council gallery - no transportation is provided unless worked out with ACP Artistic Director ahead of time.

Commission breakdown:
  • Taplin Gallery: 60% artist; 40% gallery
  • Solley Gallery: 70% artist; 30% gallery
  • Lower Level: 70% artist; 30% gallery

For any questions about the application - or to apply for a group show with 9+ artists - email Melissa at mkuscin@artscouncilofprinceton.org.

Applications deadline: Thursday, October 15, 2026

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* 1. Applicant name

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* 2. Applicant email address

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* 3. Applicant phone number

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* 4. Applicant address

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* 5. Pending Title of Exhibition

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* 6. Pending Description of Exhibition

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* 7. Name of artist(s) included in proposal

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* 8. Website of artist(s) included in proposal

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* 9. Instagram of artist(s) included in proposal

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* 10. The Arts Council of Princeton's Paul Robeson Center for the Arts features three distinct gallery spaces. Please indicate which galleries you would be willing to show in.

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* 11. Based on your answer above, please rank your preference.

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* 12. Please upload ONE (1) PDF proposal that contains the following:
  • Title of exhibition
  • Description of exhibition
  • 3-5 images from each artist included in proposal. If proposing solo show, please provide 5-10 images of work to be displayed.
  • Captions below respective images, following the below formatting:
    • Artist
    • Title
    • Medium
    • Dimensions
    • Price, if for sale

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* 13. If you are applying as a solo artist, are you willing to be paired with another artist or artists as curated by the ACP Gallery Committee?

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* 14.  If selected to show in the Taplin Gallery, are you interested in hosting an Artist Talk?

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* 15. If selected to show in the Taplin Gallery, are you interested in hosting a workshop or other event open to the public?

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