In Philipsburg, the Arts don’t live in galleries alone — they live in the stories we share, the music drifting from open doors in summer, the restored hand‑painted storefronts that line Broadway, and the neighbors who still believe in making things that last.

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The Philipsburg Arts Fund grew out of that spirit. What began in 1997 as a small performing‑arts group has grown into a volunteer‑run nonprofit dedicated to celebrating creativity and honoring the history that shaped this town. Since becoming the Philipsburg Arts Fund in 2006, our purpose has remained steady: to lift up the Arts, support the people who make them, and help keep Philipsburg’s unique heritage alive.

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At the heart of our work is a simple belief: Art strengthens community, and community strengthens art. It’s a connection we nurture every day.

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And we’d love for you to be part of it!

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Join us for Light, Land, and Local Hands — a celebration of Montana artists, makers, and the landscapes that inspire us. Come meet your neighbors, enjoy the work of local Montana artisans, and experience the vibrant spirit of our town through the art it inspires.

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Artist Submission Process &​

important exhibition dates

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The Philipsburg Arts Fund welcomes Montana based artists to submit work for Light, Land, and Local Hands, a fall exhibition celebrating creativity rooted in Montana’s landscape, craft, and community. This is a double age category art show: One for our Junior Montana artist, ages 10 - 17yrs and our Adult Montana artist, 18yr + Please review the full submission and exhibition timeline below.​​​​

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Artist Submission Deadline: September 25th  

• All artists must submit their work, images, and required information through the online submission form found on the Philipsburg Arts Fund website by September 25th. www.philipsburgarts.org

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Board Review & Artist Notification: October 5th  

• The Arts Fund board will review all submissions, make selections, and notify artists of acceptance by October 5th.

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Artwork Delivery Deadline: October 19th  

• Accepted artists must deliver or ship all selected pieces to the exhibition space by October 19th. PO Box 851, Philipsburg, MT 59858

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Opening Reception: October 23rd  

• The public opening reception and awards presentation for both in our double category show; Light, Land, and Local Hands will be held on Friday, October 23rd @ 6-9pm.​

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Special Event Closing Reception & OpenAir Presentation: November 12th  

• A final community gathering and OpenAir presentation will take place on Thursday, November 12th @ 6-9pm. Our Artists in Residents will present their end of tenure projects to the community.

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Final Close of Show: November 13th  

• The exhibition officially concludes on November 13th. Artwork pickup or pre-paid return shipping will be coordinated following this date.​

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Public Viewing: September 23rd thru November 13th  

• Light, Land, and Local Hands will be open for public viewing every Thursday - Sunday from 1-6pm, October 23rd - November 13th. 

• Location: 128 E. Broadway St., Philipsburg, MT 59858 above Zia's Restaurant & Bar, the old Antlers bar and bowling alley.

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Sell Your Artwork!!:

• Please make sure to mark your artwork for sale or not-for-sale in the submission form below. Please make sure to add your sale price in the appropriate field. There is a donation fee of 30% for all sales that go to the Phillipsburg Arts Fund. Thank you!!