By 1812Blockhouse
The Mansfield Art Center will once again spotlight artists from across Ohio with the return of its 81st Annual May Show, opening April 26 and continuing through May 31. The long-running exhibition brings together a wide range of work in multiple mediums, offering a current look at creativity across the state.
🧭 Why it matters
- One of Ohio’s longest-running juried exhibitions
- A snapshot of current artistic trends across the state
- A key platform for both emerging and established artists
👀 The details
- Where: Elizabeth T. Black & Foundation Galleries
- When: April 26 – May 31, 2026
- Admission: $5 (nonmembers) | Free (members)
🥂 Opening reception
- Date: Sunday, April 26
- Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Awards: Presented at 3:00 PM in the Events Pavilion
🧑⚖️ The juror
- Wendy Earle, curator at the Akron Art Museum
- Experience includes institutions in North Carolina and Texas
- Interests include:
- Contemporary Indigenous artists
- Self-taught and outsider art
- The intersection of art, science, and technology
🎯 What to expect
- A diverse mix of styles and media
- Work that reflects both artistic heritage and new directions
- A chance to see what artists across Ohio are creating now
📌 The bottom line
After 81 years, the May Show continues to serve as a reliable and evolving showcase of Ohio’s visual arts scene.
