Hopkinton Cultural Council

The purpose of the Hopkinton Cultural Council (HCC) is to support public programs in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences which promote access, education, diversity and excellence for residents of our community. This is accomplished by granting funds received from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC), in accordance with their guidelines, to individuals and organizations that will present their programs in our community or local area. We fund a variety of programs each year appropriate for diverse age and interest groups. Whenever possible we give priority to Hopkinton artists and organizations. The HCC actively seeks opportunities to increase visibility to groups of different cultures to promote diverse grant opportunities. 

Call for Artists: 2026 ART ON THE TRAIL

The 2026 theme of Art on the Trail is People ~ Our Melting Pot, rooted in our Nation’s 250th celebration and looking for pieces that broadly may illustrate what brought you here, your story, your journey.

Art on the Trail takes place along the Center Trail in Hopkinton, pieces submitted for consideration can  be of any medium, must be able to withstand the elements and be installed without damage to trees and the nature along the trail.

We encourage submissions from individuals, groups/organizations and families to participate in sharing their story as part of the Hopkinton Cultural Council’s 2026 Art on the Trail exhibit.

The exhibit is scheduled to take place October 4  – 24  with an opening reception the afternoon of October 4.

Please send sample images to culturalchair@hopkintonma.gov

KEY DATES: 

• Entry deadline: September 10, 2026

•  Jury decision deadline: September 17, 2026

•  Installation: October 2 &  3, 2026