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Opening Reception: Thursday, October 8 @ 5:30PM
Show Dates: Oct 8 - Nov 8
Join us for our 2nd annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) – a cultural tradition that brings communities together to honor the lives of those who have passed. Día de los Muertos is a joyful time filled with music, dance, feasts, and storytelling. Families create ofrendas (altars) decorated with marigolds, candles, sugar skulls (calaveras), photos, and favorite foods to welcome back the spirits of departed loved ones for a brief, symbolic reunion.
Cultures all around the world have honored, celebrated, and grieved the passing of their loved ones through various traditional commemorations. Ancient Celtic traditions such as Samhain marked the time when the veil between the living and the spirit world grew thin, while modern Wiccan and pagan beliefs look toward Summerland as a peaceful afterlife realm of rest and renewal. Similarly, ancient observances like the Norse Álfablót offered sacrifices and remembrance to local spirits and deceased ancestors. Ancient Greek festivals like the Chalkeia or specific harvest rites such as the Anthesteria and Thesmophoria (sometimes associated with events such as the Wag Festival) are historically connected communities with the cycles of life, death, and agricultural rebirth.
CSPS supports cultures of all kinds and believes in hosting a safe space for all to create and enjoy.
We ask that all artists maintain a maximum width of 24 inches (including frame if applicable) per piece. Please clarify dimensions in your submission.
Although we have limited space, we encourage artists to submit more than one piece (only ONE entry form required per Artist). Pending approval of content and size, we are happy to accommodate multiple pieces by the same artist.
Please ensure your piece is prepped with wire (or able to be wired) prior to drop off. 3D work requires advanced approval to ensure proper display space is available.
Artist will permit CSPS to photograph, and/or video all artwork to be displayed for the duration of the exhibit. All materials shared by Artist will be used solely for promotional purposes.
Artists are welcome and encouraged to promote the opening reception and exhibit; but should there be costs associated with their individual promotion, the Artist will be responsible.
All sales are handled by CSPS through our internal POS System. As per our customary Visual Arts agreement, each Artist will retain 70% of their sales. Sold pieces will remain on display until the conclusion of the exhibit; unless prior communication and agreement has been made. At that time, each Buyer will be contacted by email or phone to retrieve their piece. Payment made to the Artist will be mailed out within 2 weeks of the final show date. Please ensure that you've entered the correct legal name and mailing address in your submission form.
Listing artwork for sale is not mandatory.
All artwork must be delivered to CSPS Hall (1103 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401) no later than Sun, Sep 27, 2026. Artists must pick up their work (unless sold) within 3 business days of the final show date; by Thu, Nov 12, 2026.
Our open hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 12:00 - 6:00 PM.
Excluding sold pieces, artwork will be considered abandoned if it is not picked up within one month of pick-up date. At that time, CSPS is no longer responsible for the safety, storage, or care of such abandoned artwork. Artists will not hold CSPS liable for the damage, destruction, or loss of abandoned artwork.
CSPS does not offer insurance. Artist assumes all liability and costs related to loss, damage, or harm of work. We do have a newly installed, state of the art security system. We do our utmost best to handle our artist's work with care and respect.
Upon submission of form, the Artist acknowledges that they have read and agree to the Art Exhibit Rules and Regulations listed above. The Artist understands that the submission constitutes a binding agreement with CSPS; and by submitting the form, the Artist certifies that all information provided is accurate and complete.
1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 364-1580
Hours
Tuesday - Sunday
12:00 - 6:00PM
Photo Credit: Ikkens Images and Cellar Door art & design
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