Competitions
Preserving the Spirit
Carthage, Missouri
Entry Fee: $35
Additional Media: $5
Contact Information
Requirement Overview
Location Eligibility Type: National
Eligible Applicant Types: Artist
Submission Limit: 1
Media Requirements
Images | Min: 1, Max: 3
Audio | Min: 0, Max: 0
Video | Min: 0, Max: 0
Total | Min: 1, Max: 3
Opportunity Summary
Route 66 Inspired Photographs
Important Dates
Artwork Drop-Off: No later than September 19, 2026
Opening Reception: September 25, 2026 • 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Exhibition Run: September 25 – October 30, 2026
Artwork Pick-Up: October 31, 2026 (all artwork shipped must have a return shipping label.
General Information
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, artCentral proudly presents Preserving the Spirit, a juried photography exhibition showcasing the iconic landmarks, landscapes, and spirit of America’s most historic highway.
This exhibition invites photographers to capture Route 66 in all its forms—from neon-lit motels and vintage gas stations to vast landscapes, small-town main streets, and the people who embody the road’s enduring character.
Application Requirements
Entry Guidelines
Must be photographs
Must be Route 66 inspired
Must be for sale (NFS will not be considered)
Creative edits allowed
Photographers may submit up to 3 works for jury consideration.
All works must be original, created by the submitting artist.
Photography must be framed, wired, and ready for professional gallery hanging. (No saw tooth) May be printed on canvas or on other various materials.
Sizes up to 36” x 48” accepted. Larger works are considered with pre-approval.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to all photographers, 18 years and older, nationwide
Terms to Apply
Entry Fee: $35
Additional Media: $5