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June 7 & 8, 2025
Topeka, Kansas
Washburn Campus
Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm
90 Artists
Deadline: February 24, 2025

Application fee $35/Booth fee $275

The Mulvane Art Fair has been an annual favorite among artists and art appreciators since 1992. During this two-day event, thousands of people visit the beautiful grounds of Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. In 2025, the 31st annual juried event will feature more than 85 artists from across the country and will draw thousands of art lovers. With a focus on quality and variety, the fine art event is a favorite in the community and region. Proceeds from the event support the mission and programs of the Mulvane Art Museum, which is Topeka's only art museum and is on the Washburn University campus. High standards for art are key to the success of the 2025 Mulvane Art Fair.

The Mulvane Art Fair has a robust patron program with art buyers who purchased $45,000+ from participating artists in 2024. Jurors will select up to 90 artists from those who apply.

We had a large number of first-time artists in 2024 (over 39% new), so we are hoping to extend that into this year's entries. We have revamped our patron program with better benefits and expanded overall marketing in areas of the event.

"I think this year (2024) was the best ever! Everything was easy to understand and follow. The board did a fantastic job with communications. The move out process was easy and sales were better than average. I also appreciate the on-campus housing option." ~exhibiting artist from 2024 (anonymous artist survey)

Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12772
For more information: https://mulvaneartmuseum.org/artfair/index.html
Contact: Stacy Ash stacy.ash@washburn.edu

June 1 & 2, 2024
Topeka, Kansas
Washburn University Campus
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm
90 Artists
Deadline: February 23, 2024

Application fee: $35/Booth fee starts at $275

In 2024, the 30th annual juried event will feature more than 85 artists from across the country and will draw thousands of art lovers. With a focus on quality and variety, the fine art event is a favorite in the community and region. Proceeds from the event support the mission and programs of the Mulvane Art Museum, which is Topeka's only art museum and is on the Washburn University campus. High standards for art are key to the success of the 2024 Mulvane Art Fair.

This is not only the Art Fair's 30th anniversary but it is also the 100th anniversary of The Mulvane Art Musuem! We will be featuring more roving artists, entertainment and children's activities than ever before, guaranteeing a large and engaged crowd.

"Love the patron program and purchase awards. Love the on-campus housing option, the relaxed Friday setup. All volunteers and organizers were very helpful and friendly. While the crowd is smaller than other shows, the quality is better." ~Landscape Painter/exhibiting artist from 2023 (anonymous artist survey)

The Topeka community has a growing and vibrant art scene, full of people that greatly value and support original artists and their work.

For more info: https://mulvaneartmuseum.org/artfair/index.html

Contact: Stacy Ash stacy.ash@washburn.edu

June 1 & 2, 2024
Topeka, Kansas
Washburn University Campus
Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm
90 Artists
Deadline: February 23, 2024

Application fee: $35/Booth fee starts at $275

In 2024, the 30th annual juried event will feature more than 85 artists from across the country and will draw thousands of art lovers. With a focus on quality and variety, the fine art event is a favorite in the community and region. Proceeds from the event support the mission and programs of the Mulvane Art Museum, which is Topeka's only art museum and is on the Washburn University campus. High standards for art are key to the success of the 2024 Mulvane Art Fair.

This is not only the Art Fair's 30th anniversary but it is also the 100th anniversary of The Mulvane Art Musuem! We will be featuring more roving artists, entertainment and children's activities than ever before, guaranteeing a large and engaged crowd.

"Love the patron program and purchase awards. Love the on-campus housing option, the relaxed Friday setup. All volunteers and organizers were very helpful and friendly. While the crowd is smaller than other shows, the quality is better." ~Landscape Painter/exhibiting artist from 2023 (anonymous artist survey)

The Topeka community has a growing and vibrant art scene, full of people that greatly value and support original artists and their work.

For more info: https://mulvaneartmuseum.org/artfair/index.html

Contact: Stacy Ash stacy.ash@washburn.edu