SULPHUR, Okla. – First American artists are invited to participate in the 13th annual Artesian Arts Festival Saturday, May 2, in Sulphur, Oklahoma.
Applications are now open for First American artists from federally recognized tribes.
The deadline to apply is 5 p.m., March 6.
Hosted by the Chickasaw Nation, the Artesian Arts Festival is a community celebration of First American fine art and artists. The juried art show and market features awards and cash prizes in 20 categories, as well as “Best of Division” and “Best of Show” awards.
Competition categories include drawing, graphic arts, mixed media, painting, photography, jewelry, sculpture, textiles, 3D diverse, beadwork/quillwork, pottery, traditional dress and regalia, weaponry, and cultural diverse.
A wide variety of musical entertainment, cultural dance demonstrations and food vendors will also be on hand.
Open to the public at no cost, the Artesian Arts Festival welcomed more than 8,800 visitors to the 2025 festival.
The Artesian Arts Festival takes place at the Artesian Plaza, adjacent to The Artesian Hotel and Spa, 1001 W. First St., Sulphur.
More information and applications can be found at ArtesianArtsFestival.com ,or by calling (580) 272-5520 or emailing ArtistInfo@Chickasaw.net.