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RSA Annual Exhibition -
Open Architecture
Launching Mid-November 2026
  • RSA Annual Exhibition -
    Open Architecture
    Launching Mid-November 2026
  • RSA Annual Exhibition -
    Open Architecture
    Launching Mid-November 2026
  • RSA Annual Exhibition -
    Open Architecture
    Launching Mid-November 2026
  • RSA Annual Exhibition -
    Open Architecture
    Launching Mid-November 2026

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    RSA Annual Exhibition 2026. Photo Julie Howden.

    About

    The 201st RSA Annual Exhibition Open Call launches Mid-November 2026

    The RSA Annual Exhibition is the largest and longest-running annual exhibition of contemporary art and architecture in Scotland. For two centuries it has captured art and architecture at a moment in time, reflecting the world as it has changed with the Industrial Revolution, two world wars, the invention of the telephone and the birth of the internet. It continues to provide a platform for contemporary painting, sculpture, film, printmaking, photography and installation, alongside work by some of the country’s leading architects.

     

    On view from Saturday 15 May - Sunday 27 June 2027, the exhibition will showcase a diverse range of contemporary art and architecture from our Royal Scottish Academicians, invited exhibitors, plus artists and architects carefully selected from online open submissions.

  • 2027 Key Dates

    RSA Annual Exhibition 2026. Photo Julie Howden.

    2027 Key Dates

    Open for applications Thurs 12 November 2026 from midday
    Online application deadline Fri 19 February 2027 at 5pm
    Pre-selection announced Fri 19 March 2027 from midday
    Hand-in of works Fri 30 April – Sat 1 May 2027, 10am-4.30pm *
    Final selection announced Wed 5 May 2027 from midday
    Exhibition open to public Sat 15 May - Sun 27 June 2027
    Collection of works Wed 30 June - Sat 3 July 2027, 10am – 4.30pm *

     

    * Due to limited vehicle access, all delivery/collection from the RSA building will be at pre-arranged times only. Time-slots options will be sent to artists on notification of pre-selection.

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