There are numerous volunteer, artist open calls, musician and teaching opportunities at the Center for the Arts. We are always looking for bright, energetic people with an interest in the arts to contribute to our organization and our work with the community.
Interested in Volunteering?
Thank you so much for your time! Complete this simple Google Form for Volunteer Opportunities and we will reach out to you when there’s a good fit.
Check it out HERE
Visual Artists
Open Calls
Our next open call is the DCA Annual Member’s Show. It is a non juried, open theme, open medium exhibition. All current DCA members are eligible.
Submissions are open through Friday, May 15th. Online submission form HERE
Exhibition Proposals – Ongoing Call
DCA considers exhibition proposals for group shows, solo and multiple artist exhibitions, installation and conceptual art, and more. Please contact Visual Arts Coordinator, Lillian Pennypacker @ LPennypacker@Dorchesterarts.org with the following information on your proposed show:
Title, short write up about the exhibition theme/s, about the exhibiting artist/s and a short write up about the exhibited artwork including medium, number of works, scale and installation requirements.
Teaching Opportunities
Are you a skilled artist who would like to share your expertise? We offer weekly classes, one time workshops, family art days and painting parties. Please contact, Janet Hendricks, Program Coordinator @ JHendricks@Dorchesterarts.org for more information.
Live, Paid, Musical / Live Performances
DCA hosts a monthly, Second Saturday Reception with live music and / or performances. We showcase all genres of music and performance, please contact Lillian Pennypacker, Visual Arts Coordinator @ LPennypacker@Dorchesterarts.org for more information.