Something new is building in Albany — and BUILT! 2026 is almost here!
Join us November 7 & 8 as we celebrate the artists, architecture, neighborhoods, history, and people that make our region extraordinary.
AWARDS & PRIZES INCLUDE
Best in Show
Dean Moore Award
Nancy Lawton Committee Award
Young Artist Award
Print Award
People’s Choice
Albany Center Gallery Award
Hidden Gem Award
Underground Railroad Education Center Award
Best of Saratoga
Best of Schenectady
Best of Troy
Center Square Association Prize
Lark Street Prize
And who doesn’t want to celebrate Albany-lover extraordinaire Elissa Halloran?!
NEW THIS YEAR: FREE RECEPTION ADMISSION FOR ARTISTS!
Your $45 acceptance fee now includes admission to the BUILT! cocktail reception on Saturday, November 7 at 6 PM.
Not planning to attend the reception? The acceptance fee is $30.
GETTING YOUR BUILT! ENTRY READY?
These generous local businesses are offering discounts to participating artists:
McGreevey Pro Press — Broadway, downtown Albany
20% off reproduction and printing services for BUILT! entries
Alacrity Framing — Lark Street
20% off framing for BUILT! entries
HAF Parts Warehouse — Lexington Avenue
20% off materials for BUILT! entries
ART DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 25
Just one week left to finish that piece, frame it, print it, polish it — and get it into BUILT!
We can’t wait to see what you create and to celebrate with you at the BUILT! reception on November 7!
