HAYS ARTS Council
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exhibitions, programs & events
Five State Photography Exhibition
SUBMISSIONS NOW CLOSED
This annual photography exhibition features submissions from photographers in Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Missouri & Colorado.
The Five State Exhibition opens to the public each December as the anchor for the Winter Art Walk, which will be held on December 5th, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM, at the Hays Public Library.
"for the Heart of Hays"
A capital campaign is underway to renovate and expand the physical operations of the Hays Arts Council, which include the current Hays Arts Center building at 112 E. 11th and the HAC Annex at 1010 Main. For information on the project and ways to participate, follow the link below.
Smoky Hill Art Exhibition
The Hays Arts Council Annual Smoky Hill Art Competition & Exhibition is open to Kansas artists working in both 2-D and 3-D media.
For 2026, 60 out of 289 entries were selected by the juror, Hilary Cole, for exhibition in 2026 as the anchor of the Spring Art Walk.
Submissions are now closed until 2027.
Membership Matters!
Membership has always been the foundation of the HAC's existence and we would be honored to include you as we continue our commitment of cultural service with community art walks, exhibitions, family theatre experiences, classes, school programming, cultural resources, and more!
major operations & program support
