Join us at the Downtown Chattanooga Public Library on the Second Saturday of every month from 6-8 PM. These teen-only events feature art-making led by Hunter Museum staff, snacks, and exclusive after-hours access to the library.

Free to teens 12-18 years old. Pre-registration and guardian permission form required

Calling all teens and tweens! The Hunter Museum is looking for 2D art, poetry, and film that explores the theme “Nature, Conservation, and the Future of Our Land.” All youth who meet the requirements are welcome to apply. The deadline to apply is January 10, 2025, at 5pm. All accepted artists will be notified by January 17, 2025, and all accepted artworks will be on view at the Hunter Museum from February 6- 28, 2025. There will be an opening celebration for all artists and their guests on the evening of Thursday, February 6, and the pieces will remain on view in the Hunter studio hall through the end of the month.

Artist Requirements

• Must be a middle or high school student
• Must currently reside in Tennessee, Georgia or Alabama.
• Must be able to deliver your artwork to the museum between January 27 – January 28, 2025.
  – Only one artwork per artist

Artwork Requirements

• Must be a 2D visual artwork, film, fiber art, photograph or literary work. Short films will also be accepted in .wmv or .mp4 formats. No 3D artworks will be accepted.
• 2D artwork cannot exceed 3ft by 2ft including the frame and/or mat.
• Must be matted or framed (if it is not a painting on stretched canvas or a film)

In addition to having their artwork displayed at the museum, youth artists will have the option to have their work submitted to the Hamilton County High School Art Competition and displayed in the Hamilton County courthouse.

Please contact abuxton@huntermuseum.org for more information.