Call for Submissions!

Particles on the Wall (POTW), an interdisciplinary group exhibit exploring Hanford history, the nuclear age, and the Columbia River, is seeking submissions of visual and literary art, science and memorabilia.

POTW combines visual art, scientific information, poetry, history, and artifacts to examine nuclear issues and the social impact of the Hanford Nuclear Site.

POTW is collaboration between its curators and founders, Dianne Dickeman, Nancy Dickeman and Steven Gilbert, and Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility, and the Institute of Neurotoxicology and Neurological Disorders. Current pieces and past exhibit photos can be viewed online at the exhibit’s website: particlesonthewall.org.

Artists with connections to Hanford, the Tri-Cities, and the Columbia River will be given preference.

Visual and literary Art: Poems, essays, and visual art of all media are sought that reflect on nuclear issues, with a special emphasis on Washington State connections. Poems should not exceed one 8 ½ x 11 page. Essays should not exceed two 8 ½ x 11 pages. Visual art submissions cannot exceed 48’’ on any side. Accepted visual art pieces should be ready to install. Visual art should be submitted via email with digital images at 300 dpi. Artists of all levels of experience and personal/professional backgrounds are invited to apply.

History/Memorabilia: Historical artifacts and memorabilia from early Hanford days to the present can be submitted for consideration for inclusion in POTW. Please submit a one-paragraph description of the item(s) and include a digital image at 300 dpi. We are also seeking donations of artifacts and memorabilia related to Hanford for our collection.
Scientific Information: Relevant scientific information or facts regarding Hanford can be submitted for consideration for inclusion in POTW. These are usually relatively short statements that include a diagram or picture to illustrate the point. Examples are on the POTW web site.

Particles on the Wall will be at Central Washington’s Museum of Culture and Environment from September 26 to December 15.

Deadlines and dates: Deadline for submissions is July 1. Artists will be notified in mid-August. Particles on the Wall will be at Central Washington’s Museum of Culture and Environment from September 26 to December 15.