Call Description

The America 250 City Art Poster Project invites artists of all ages and experience levels, whether you’re just starting out or have been creating for decades, to imagine, celebrate, and reimagine the stories that define Fort Worth and North Texas, while inspiring hope for the future of our country in honor of the semiquincentennial. From historic milestones to everyday experiences that shape community identity, artists are encouraged to explore the people, places, and values that make the city unique. This is more than an art competition: it’s an opportunity to share your perspective, honor the city’s past, and contribute to a living narrative of Fort Worth’s culture and spirit.

Participating cities will collaborate with artists to create visual representations (posters) that celebrate local history and inspire hope for the future in honor of this milestone. 

The selected work will become part of a nationwide exhibition and celebration, offering Fort Worth artists rare national visibility and a chance to leave a lasting mark on America’s cultural history. The project is an opportunity to elevate local voices, showcase the city’s talent, and reinforce Fort Worth’s legacy as a forward-looking, imaginative cultural hub.

Application Requirements

All posters must remain nonpartisan and do not include political messages or inflammatory language. The final posters should commemorate the 250th anniversary with imagery that conveys civic pride, historical connection, and optimism for the next 250 years. Each poster should incorporate the name of the city and "America 250" in the design.

File upload should be in PDF format at 100% scale. Minimum resolution should be 300 DPI at 100% scale. All posters submitted should be suitable to print as is. USCM is not responsible for any errors in content or resolution quality. Clor Mode should be CMYK (4-color-process). Covert all RGB images and spot colors to CMYK.

Artwork size should be 24 x 32 inches, with a blank, 1/4 inch bleed on each side for potential display. To prevent cropping, your safe area should be 22 x 30 inches. Keep all important information within the safe area. With questions about sizing, please contact Jordyn Garca at jordyn@galleryofdreams.org

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for this competition is open to anyone currently residing in Fort Worth.