Peggy Doole National Small Works Competition

The 28th annual Peggy Doole National Small Works Exhibition, a juried competition and exhibition of contemporary printmaking, will be held at the Washington Printmakers Gallery from July 30 through August 30, 2026. Named in honor of Peggy Doole (1934–2021), a longtime Washington, D.C., area art historian and lecturer who enriched the local art community by giving lectures, sponsoring exhibits, and leading tours at major museums, the exhibition showcases a range of print mediums selected by a jury. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 1, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.

When: July 30 through August 30, 2026, during regular gallery hours (not specified in available material).

Showtimes: Opening reception on Saturday, August 1, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Otherwise, visitors may view the exhibition during the gallery’s normal operating hours; those hours were not provided.

Tickets: No pricing information was available; admission may be free or by donation.

Lineup: The exhibition features works selected through an open national call. While the specific artists and pieces for the 2026 edition were not detailed, the show includes hand‑pulled prints, screen prints, digital prints, fine art photographs, and three‑dimensional works.

Run time: Not specified.

Ages: Not specified; likely all ages are welcome.

Venue: Washington Printmakers Gallery, 1675 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20007.

Note: This is the 28th annual edition of the exhibition, honoring the legacy of Peggy Doole. No information about gallery accessibility, parking, or COVID‑19 protocols was provided.