TIOGA HISTORY MUSEUM (THM) is pleased to announce the 2017 Juried Exhibition, with the theme of SKY. Artists are invited to submit two-dimensional or relief work for possible inclusion in the exhibition.

The museum is located along the banks of the Susquehanna River in the picturesque town voted, “Coolest Small Town in America” in 2010, by Budget Travel Magazine. Owego is also known for its participation in the Underground Railroad, with homes along the river bank that offered passage to people as they traveled to escape a system of slavery. Upstream, Hiawatha Island is a refuge for eagles and, downstream, the shoreline supports a heron rookery. Tioga County divides lands between the controversial practices of hydrofracking, and is a route to the Finger Lakes.

All artwork must interpret “Sky” as it relates to a historical, current day, or possible future global connection associated with a rural/small town environment.

ENTRY FORM: can be downloaded from: www.tiogahistory.org **Artists must be at least 18 years old to participate

ENTRY POSTMARK DEADLINE: March 3, 2017 Exhibition: June 2 to July 22, 2017 Theme: All artwork must interpret “Sky” that relates to a historical, current day, or possible future global connection associated with a rural/small town environment

Art Limitations: Only two-dimensional or relief, original artwork will be accepted. Weight limitation of 100 lbs.; no size limitation. All accepted artwork must be ready to present, i.e. framed with hanging wire (no sawtooth hangers will be accepted), with labels affixed on back or bottom.

Art Jurors: Terry McDonald, Roberson Museum and Science Center John Brunelli, Anthony Brunelli Fine Arts Allen C. Smith

Professional Artist Awards: $250. – First Place $100. – Second Place $50. – Third Place Honorable Mention Award Popular Choice Award