Worthing Museum & Art Gallery is inviting Sussex artists to submit artwork for its OPEN26 exhibition

Clare Funnell, campaigns officer, said: “Worthing Theatres and Museum are delighted to announce the return of the biennial OPEN exhibition, and the first exhibition at Worthing Museum and Art Gallery following its closure for extensive refurbishment.

“Sponsored by GWCA Solicitors, OPEN26 gives the opportunity for Sussex artists to be selected to display their artwork in a major show running from March to September 2026.

“The Museum invites everyone, of all ages, to join the reopening celebrations by submitting up to three pieces of work inspired by the theme Sustainability. The theme felt fitting as it reflected the Museum’s major transformations in order to become a more environmentally responsible space.

“This year is free to enter thanks to generous funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we are able to remove the entry fee this year, making it easier to take part in this local community event and exhibition.

“For more information and to enter, please visit wtm.uk/open26. The deadline for submissions is Monday, February 23 at 5pm. Everyone who submits work will be invited to the launch event on Thursday, March 26 to celebrate the reopening and the selected exhibition pieces, before going on display to the public from Saturday, March 28 until Sunday, September 6.