Whether photography, painting, sculpture, or anything else you can imagine, artists of all ages and mediums are urged to submit their creative pieces for the 2026 Arts Alive Gallery Shows at Tibbits Opera House in Coldwater! Artists are not just allowed but actively encouraged to interpret the theme of each gallery show in any way they see fit. Any skill level and any medium. You may enter up to 3 pieces per show at $5.00 per submission. Paintings, photographs or drawings should be ready to hang using hanging wire. Entries will be eligible for People's Choice cash prizes and may be sold on commission with the artist's permission. Pieces can be dropped off at Tibbits' Administrative Office at 93 W. Chicago Street in downtown Coldwater. Each show will have works displayed in the lower level art gallery at the historic Tibbits Opera House. The gallery is accessible by appointment or during any Tibbits performances and events. This year's shows and dates are:
MUSIC TO MY EARS
January 6th - February 23rd
FREE FOR ALL
February 24th - March 30th
VISIONS OF SPRING
March 31st - May 18th
KIDS' ART ROCKS
May 19th - July 6th
*This competition is open to students K-12, regardless of district or state. After this competition, selected works will be leased to area businesses where they will be on display for one year.
DRIP, DRIBBLE, SPLASH
July 9th - August 24th
GOOSEBUMPS
August 25th - October 31st
For additional details, or to become involved in Arts Alive, call Matt Biolchini at Tibbits at 517-278-6029, or visit Tibbits.org.