11 Aug Call for 2026 Exhibition Proposals
Kahilu Exhibits is the visual arts program at Kahilu Theatre. Each year, Kahilu seeks proposals from solo artists, artist groups and collectives, and curators for exhibitions in our two galleries for the 2026 calendar year. As many as six proposals will be selected to fill open exhibition slots from June through December 2026. Kahilu’s Simperman Gallery and Suli T. Go Gallery offer different exhibition opportunities for large-scale artworks or more intimate exhibitions.
Proposals can be made to use both galleries, or focus on one gallery in particular.
Kahilu’s Simperman Gallery is a large open space that features two 38 foot long exhibition walls that stretch 10 feet tall under a slanted wooden ceiling that begins 4 feet above the exhibition walls. It is tailormade for large wall mounted artworks, hanging installations, and large sculptures. This space is often used to showcase the artwork of established mid-career artists on Hawaiʻi Island and beyond.
Our Suli T. Go Gallery offers a more intimate exhibition experience, with 6-7 walls of various sizes. This space has proved to be wonderful for smaller wall mounted artworks and experimental installations. Kahilu’s Exhibitions Committee has made it a point to consider first-time solo exhibitions for this gallery space, offering the expertise of our staff to help shape an emerging artists’ first solo exhibition.
Possible exhibition dates (subject to change) are:
- June 11 – July 19, 2026
- July 30 – September 13, 2026
- September 24 – November 1, 2026
Applications must include the following:
- Artist Statement (1000 characters or shorter)
- Artist CV or Resume (attachment)
- Artist biography (1000 characters or shorter)
- Detailed Exhibition Proposal
- 10-20 examples of artwork