About Hopkinton Cultural Council

The Hopkinton Cultural Council (HCC) supports public programs in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences which promote access, education, diversity and excellence for residents of our community. This is accomplished by granting funds received from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC), in accordance with their guidelines, to individuals and organizations that will present their programs in our community or local area. We fund a variety of programs each year appropriate for diverse age and interest groups. Whenever possible we give priority to Hopkinton artists and organizations. The HCC actively seeks opportunities to increase visibility to groups of different cultures to promote diverse grant opportunities.

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Art on the Trail 2022

The Hopkinton Cultural Council is inviting all artists to submit their artwork for display during the “2022 Art on the Trail”. These for 2022 is "Nature's Gallery, Branching Out" - Inspired by the of artist Andy Goldsworthy and other similar artists. Utilizing elements in nature to be inspired and create pieces that celebrate the natural esthetics around us.

When: The “2022 Art on the Trail” will begin on Sunday, 2-Oct and will end on Sunday, 16-Oct.

Where: The “2022 Art on the Trail” will be held on the Center Trail in Hopkinton. The trail is 1.1 miles long and the trailhead is located on Main Street directly across from Hopkinton Lumber. Parking is in the Respite Center parking lot on the left side of Claflin Place just off Main Street.

Call: Open call to artists in Hopkinton and surrounding areas for the creation of original artworks in all visual mediums.
Artists of all mediums and genres are encouraged to apply. (Painting, Printmaking, Illustration, Sculpture, Photography, Installation, Mixed Media, & New Genres)

Theme: “Nature's Gallery, Branching Out”

This year's theme will be land art with the inspiration of artist Andy Goldsworthy and other similar artists. Utilizing elements in nature to be inspired and create pieces that celebrate the natural esthetics around us.

Space and site: Space of 3ft (depth) and 8ft (length along the trail) will be available. The art may be free standing or suspended from a tree branch with fishing line (No nailing to trees)
The artwork will be displayed outdoor and exposed to the elements.

A fee of $25 is required for each submission. Please submit artwork designs by September 5, 2022. The panel of juries will make their decision by September 15, 2022. If your submission is not selected, the $25 fee will be refunded.