Opening reception and awards presentation set for June 7

Adelphi, Md. — May 28, 2026 — The Arts Program at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) will present the 6th Biennial Maryland Regional Juried Art Exhibition (BMRE), showcasing original works by artists from Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. The exhibition will be on view from May 24–August 9, 2026, in the UMGC Arts Program Gallery in Adelphi, Maryland.

Juried by artist Preston Sampson, BMRE celebrates the breadth of creative practice across the region, featuring some 45 works chosen from more than 450 submissions in disciplines including painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, fiber, glass, ceramics, wood, metal, photography, and mixed media. Cash prizes and other distinctions will be awarded at a June 7 opening reception, including a top prize of $5,000 for the President's Best of Show Award winner. 

“The BMRE reflects UMGC’s commitment to supporting artists and expanding access to the arts,” said Eric Key, director of UMGC’s Arts Program. “This is the sixth time UMGC has hosted the BMRE, and each exhibition brings new and exciting talents to the forefront, celebrating and rewarding excellence while strengthening connections between artists and the broader community.”

A list of featured artists is available at https://www.umgc.edu/administration/arts/exhibits/bmre. 

Exhibition Details:

  • Dates: May 24–August 9, 2026  
  • Gallery Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily
  • Location: UMGC Arts Program Gallery (Lower Level), Adelphi, Maryland  

Opening Reception and Awards Presentation:  

  • Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026  
  • Time: 3–5 p.m.  
  • RSVP: umgc.edu/artrsvp
  • More Information: arts@umgc.edu | 301-985-7937 

The UMGC Arts Program has been a cornerstone of the university’s cultural outreach since 1978, cultivating a permanent collection that includes one of the largest compilations of works by Maryland artists in the state, along with collections featuring international artists and centuries of Asian art. 

About University of Maryland Global Campus 

University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military service members. Today, UMGC is the largest provider of postsecondary education in Maryland and continues its global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide and more than 100 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland. For more information, visit  https://www.umgc.edu.

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