# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 am – Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 11:55 pm
- **Event Description**: ?️CALL FOR ARTISTS! ? ROOTS - Black History and Heritage, curated by Artists Khuumba Ama and David Dixon.

?Submission Deadline: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 11:59pm

✨Opening Reception: Saturday, February 7 (1 - 6pm)
Exhibition Dates: February 7 - March 7, 2026

Roots go deep, just like you! Celebrate your heritage this Black History Month by showing us your “Roots”. Paintings, drawings, photographs, collage, sculpture and more is welcome (please no AI generated work)! Size limit 24” x 36” (if larger, ask us). You may submit up to four (4) pieces. Nothing over 100lbs please.

? The is no cost to submit your art work. If your work is chosen we will let you know by email. SUBMIT YOUR WORK HERE? https://bdac-roots.artcall.org/

Installation Fees:
In Gallery - $25 per piece for BDAC members 
 $50 per piece for non members
Online - $10 per piece for BDAC members 
 $50 per piece for non members

The gallery takes 25% commission on member sales and 35% commission on non-member sales.

If you have larger work or questions please ask us in case we may have additional space. Your participation is important to us! The application site is active and working. If you have any trouble applying, contact Michele Amaro, gallery director, and she will be happy to help you. Call or text 646-725-7272 or email michele@bluedoorartcenter.org

❓For questions that may not have been answered here please email us at info@bluedoorartcenter.org.

? For artists looking to BECOME MEMBERS or to RENEW your annual membership, please visit here ? https://bluedoorartcenter.org/membership:
• Adults $85
• Students $35

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Blue Door Art Center is proud to be a grantee of ArtsWestchester, with funding made possible by Westchester County Government with the support of County Executive, Ken Jenkins.
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#thebdac #bluedoorartcenter
#yonkersartscene #roots
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/yonkers/call-for-artists-roots-deadline/200029558170359
- **Event Categories**: art, black-history-month, exhibitions, fine-arts, crafts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Yonkers
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 13 Riverdale Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- **lat**: 40.93367
- **long**: -73.90013
- **full address**: 13 Riverdale Avenue, Yonkers, NY, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE being held?
  - **A:** Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE takes place on Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 am to Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 11:55 pm at 13 Riverdale Avenue, Yonkers, NY, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE?
  - **A:** Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE is organized by Blue Door Art Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Yonkers, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Call for Artists - ROOTS - DEADLINE sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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