Northampton Banner Project

Northampton, MA —  The Northampton Center for the Arts (NCFA) proudly announces the next phase of the Northampton Banner Project. Building on our initial Main Street Banner Project, we aim to showcase more talented local artists by bringing their artwork into the heart of Northampton. 

This project is a fundraiser for the Barn Door Gallery at 33 Hawley, helping us fulfill our mission of supporting the local creative community. Submissions will be accepted through May 30, 2026 along with a donation of $5-$50 per submission (multiple submissions welcomed). A total of 40 images will be chosen for display on 20 vibrant banners along Northampton this summer. Final selections will be made by a jury dedicated to presenting a diverse mix of works across various mediums and experiences. This is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of beautifying downtown Northampton!

The Main Street Banner Project is made possible through the generous support and vision of Craig Stevens of LandScapes inc, a dedicated design/build landscape company working in Western Mass for the past 25+ years. Craig has been a steadfast supporter of NCFA and our community, working with local residents and recovery clients to build sustainable landscaping projects. His contributions also include the collaboration with colleagues that donated the large River Birch downtown pots, support for Habitat for Humanity and Hairston Recovery House, and organizing community events throughout Northampton, including a free movie night at the Academy. Financial support for the Main Street Banner Project is being provided by LandScapes and Paradise Copies, which provides full-service printing and design solutions for our community.

We encourage everyone to take part in this vibrant project that celebrates creativity and community spirit. For more information and to apply, please visit our website: 

https://www.nohoarts.org/bdg-bannerproject-call

Let’s come together to make downtown Northampton more beautiful than ever!