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The Art League Gallery
The Art League gallery is a non-profit membership organization that provides exhibiting artist members with the opportunity to have their work judged by esteemed arts professionals, and to compete to exhibit their work in one of Washington’s largest art galleries.
The gallery hosts monthly juried shows, solo artist exhibits, student/faculty shows, and special exhibitions and fundraisers. Exhibiting artist membership is open to all.
Gallery Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday: Noon – 6 pm
*Please note that the gallery closes at 5:00 pm when the Torpedo Factory Art Center is rented for private events. Please check the early closing schedule here.
Gallery at a Glance 2026
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January
Open Exhibit
Exhibit is not limited by theme, medium, process, or content.
Juror: Xenia Gray
Digital entry deadline:
December 1, 2026
February
Patrons’ Show
Event/show features 600+ works of original fine art donated by Art League artists.
Juror: TBA
Student/Faculty Show
Showcasing the diversity and talent in our school.
March
Open Exhibit
Exhibit is not limited by theme, medium, process, or content.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
February 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Joan Slottow
April
Savor
Exhibit features artworks that depict something the artist savors.
Juror: Trish Coonrad
Digital entry deadline:
March 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Joyce McCarten
May
Open Exhibit
Exhibit is not limited by theme, medium, process, or content.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
April 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Bikki Stricker
JUNE
Landscape
Artwork that captures a sense of place, that may be through a time of day, a horizon line, or vantage point.
Juror: Jill Basham
Digital entry deadline:
May 1, 2026
Dimensions Sculpture
Exhibit of 3D art forms.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
May 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Kate Runnerstrom
July
Open Exhibit
Exhibit is not limited by theme, medium, process, or content.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
June 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Nancy Partick
August
Open Exhibit
Exhibit is not limited by theme, medium, process, or content.
Open Exhibit Juror:TBA
Digital entry deadline:
July 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Vugar Guliyev
September
miniMAX
Exhibit features artwork that is very small or very large.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
August 1, 2026
Art on the Rocks 2026 Special Exhibit
Works by members to be paired with a cocktail and an appetizer at Art on the Rocks.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
July 15, 2026
Solo Artist: Claudia Pearce
October
Open Exhibit
Exhibit is not limited by theme, medium, process, or content.
Tabletop
Exhibit celebrating functional 3D artwork with intended use at the table.
Open Exhibit Juror: TBA
Tabletop Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
September 1, 2026 TBA
Solo Artist: Brent Erickson
November
Monochrome
Exhibit seeks work that is black and white, or in varying shades of the same color.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
October 1, 2026
IMPart Ceramics & Bladesmithing Exhibit
Works from the IMPart program, which connects injured military personnel with art experiences.
Solo Artist: Steve Mabley
Little Winter
A small works show for the holiday season. Entries can be no larger than 5”x7” or 35 square inches.
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
October 1, 2026
December
Open Exhibit
Juror: TBA
Digital entry deadline:
November 1, 2026
Solo Artist: Stephanie Chang
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The Art League Gallery
105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA
Studio 21
703-683-1780
Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday: noon – 6 pm
Our hours of operation are subject to change as conditions warrant. The Torpedo Factory hours are also subject to change also affect public access to The Art League gallery; the building may close at 5:00pm for private events. Please check Today’s Hours before your visit.
Something wonderful for everyone. Fabulous gallery -a new exhibition every month. Small works and unframed art priced to fit any budget and classes to feed your creative side. Has it all!
Exhibiting Artist Membership at The Art League gallery is open to all artists who wish to participage in Art League exhibits.
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On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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