May 5, 2026 — May 16, 2026
WISD: district Art Show
Opening reception Tuesday, may 5
The Waco ISD District Art Show brings together a wide-ranging selection of student artwork, showcasing the creativity and dedication of young artists across the district.
Spanning elementary through secondary levels, the exhibition features a variety of media and techniques, reflecting both foundational learning and advanced artistic exploration. The show offers a meaningful look into the role of arts education in fostering confidence, creativity, and individual expression.
april 2026 - August 2026
Flora Cameron Gallery
On view during gallery hours
This quarter, the Flora Cameron Gallery is featuring an outstanding collection of works by notable artists such as John James Audubon, Gustave Baumann, Edward Borein, and Norma Basset Hall.
The exhibition celebrates the beauty of nature through a diverse range of techniques and media, featuring chromolithographs, woodblock prints, ink on paper, and etchings that highlight each artist’s distinct interpretation of the natural world. This exhibition was co-curated by Emma Kruse and Dorian Henry II.
The Flora Cameron Collection is Sponsored in Part by Central National Bank.
April 2026
Hulse Gallery | Advocacy Center's 3rd Annual Art Gallery Exhibit
on view during gallery hours
Since 2024, the Advocacy Center’s Prevention and Education team has hosted an art gallery in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. Art can be a therapeutic coping skill. It can ground us, connect us, and help us heal.
Texas Artists
Open Call: Urban Stories Photography
Art Center Waco invites emerging and established photographers in the state of Texas, over the age of 18, to submit original images for this juried photography exhibition celebrating the beauty, complexity, and humanity of urban life.
Exhibition Focus: “Urban Stories” seeks photographs that capture the authentic moments of daily life in our cities and towns—the people, interactions, routines, celebrations, and quiet observations that define our shared urban experience. From bustling street scenes to intimate neighborhood moments, from architectural details to human connections, we’re looking for images that reveal the extraordinary within the ordinary.
Juror: Greg Davis, Fort Worth
Deadline: Monday, May 4th, 2026 at 11:59 pm, CST
Exhibit dates: 5/21/2026 – 6/27/2026
Ready to submit? Click the link for all the details
Texas Artists
Open Call: Annual Art For All
Art Center Waco invites emerging and established artists across the state of Texas, over the age of 18, to submit original works for its inaugural Annual Art for All juried exhibition—marking the beginning of a new annual tradition
Exhibition Focus: Rooted in Art Center Waco’s mission that Art is for Everyone, Annual Art for All celebrates the breadth of artistic practice across all media. This exhibition seeks to establish an enduring platform for artists to share their work and for the community to engage with the evolving landscape of contemporary art
Deadline: Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 11:59 pm CST
Exhibit dates: 7/1/2026 – 8/22/2026
Ready to submit? Click the link for all the details
Art + education for less with a membership
Art Center Waco members benefit from special summer camp and rental pricing, get invitations to special events and discounts on select arts programs.
Our core values guide every aspect of our work.
Diversity
We are dedicated to being a space where everyone is welcome and everyone feels seen, and inspired.
Enrichment
We strive to offer a diverse range of exhibitions and art programs to activate and educate visitors of all ages and backgrounds.
Stewardship
As a trusted arts institution, we believe in preserving our permanent collection for future generations.
Accessibility
We offer affordable art education programs accessible to everyone.
Thanks to our generous supporters, our exhibitions are free and open to the public during regular gallery hours.
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