In our Judge Stone House Gallery, Nickel Plate Arts welcomes submissions from artists throughout Central Indiana. Preference is given to those in or connected to the five communities along the 30-mile historic Nickel Plate Railroad in eastern Hamilton County. If you have questions or encounter issues with our submission form, please contact JC Seig at JSeig@nickelplatearts.org.
January 5-27, 2024: The Great Abstract - Deadline December 22
Abstract art opens us up to a variety of mediums and possibilities. Artists utilize color, shape, technique and more to create compositions independent from the usual visual references we experience.
Noblesville Creates welcome up to three submissions of all mediums and styles of abstract art for this month’s exhibit.
February 2-24, 2024: From the Heart - Deadline January 19
The arts can awaken passions during these cold, dark winter months. Let our local artists inspire you with feelings of affection and romance through painting, pottery, and poetry.
Writers, poets, painters, potters, and more are encouraged to share up to three pieces of work that explore matters of the heart in this exhibit.
Submit to Noblesville City Hall Exhibits
In the Noblesville City Hall Gallery, the City welcomes submissions from artists throughout Central Indiana. Preference is given to those living in or with strong connections to Noblesville, Indiana. Scroll down on the right to reach City Hall’s submission form.
If you have questions or encounter issues with our submission form, please contact JC Seig at JSeig@nickelplatearts.org.
April 3-28, 2023: Keep America Beautiful - EXTENDED Deadline March 22 @ 11:59PM
“Keep America Beautiful” focuses on the beauty of Noblesville and the surrounding areas. We welcome photography, drawings, paintings, and odes to the charm of our historic downtown.
May 1-June 30, 2023: Art in Bloom - Deadline April 21
In celebration of spring and the annual Indiana Peony Festival on May 20th, we adorn the gallery with beautiful blossoms and blooms of art! Photography, drawings, paintings, and mixed media works are welcome – as long as the celebrate the glorious floral delights of Indiana, especially our state flower, the peony.
July 5-31, 2023: Noblesville Bicentennial - EXTENDED Deadline June 23
It’s Noblesville Township’s month to celebrate Hamilton County’s Bicentennial. As the county seat, Noblesville needs to show off the best that our county can offer. We’re looking for historical photos and artwork that feature people, places and things of days gone by. We also welcome new artwork that reflects on the nostalgia of yesteryear.
August 1-31, 2023: Look This Way: Abstract Art - Deadline July 14
Abstract Art opens us up to a variety of mediums and possibilities. We welcome all mediums and styles of abstract art for this month’s exhibit.
Want to be Featured in Another Location?
The Meyer-Najem Corp. headquarters in Fishers’ Nickel Plate District hosts quarterly exhibits featuring contemporary art with a modern or abstract feel.
The gallery does well with large 2-D hanging works and a collection of small works, or about 40 smaller pieces. The space can be shared with another artist. Works will be available for purchase. Exhibiting artists enjoy an opening reception at Meyer-Najem.
The spacious open-concept gallery space is open to the public. Its gray and white walls offer neutral backgrounds to contrast artwork. A hallway branches off the gallery with multiple spotlights to showcase more art. High ceilings and exposed ductwork round out the contemporary space.
Four Day Ray Brewery offers artists the ability to hang artwork in select locations around the first and second floors of their restaurant in Fishers. The exhibiting artist will have an opening reception at Four Day Ray in the brewery area on a Monday or Tuesday with complimentary beers on tap, courtesy of Four Day Ray. Only 2-D artwork can be accommodated, and anywhere from 9 to 13 pieces can be on display, pending size.
To be considered for these opportunities, contact J.C. Seig at JSeig@nickelplatearts.org for information on how to become a Showcase Level Member.
Nickel Plate Arts Exhibits
TO SUBMIT: Use the form on this page to submit up to 3 pieces for consideration by the date specified. Use commas to separate titles, mediums, prices on each entry line when submitting multiple pieces on the same form. You can also submit the form multiple times for different entries. If you have difficulty with the form, please submit your information to J.C. via email.
Noblesville City Hall Exhibits
: Use the form on this page to submit up to 3 pieces for consideration by the date specified. You can submit multiple times. If you have difficulty with the form, please submit your information to JC Seig via email.