Call for Entry: Earth and Fire 2026 Clay and Glass Event

Museum of Dufferin

The Museum of Dufferin’s Main Gallery during Earth and Fire 2025.

Call for Entry – Earth and Fire: Clay and Glass Event

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 12:00pm (noon) ET

At the Museum of Dufferin, the Earth & Fire: Clay and Glass Event is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and local culture, featuring artists who work in clay, ceramics, and glass from across Ontario. This market-style event showcases handcrafted clay and glass creations, featuring functional, decorative, and artistic works made by talented artisans and makers. Visitors can explore and purchase a wide variety of unique pieces while learning about the techniques and traditions behind these art forms. Earth & Fire also features interactive workshops and a silent auction, creating an engaging experience for guests of all ages.

Visitors can expect:

• Handmade pottery, glasswork, sculptures, and decorative art from Ontario artists
• Opportunities to meet local artisans and learn about their creative processes
• Interactive workshops
• A silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind pieces
• Unique shopping opportunities for art lovers and collectors
• A family-friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages
• An inspiring celebration of local arts, culture, and craftsmanship

Outdoor Vendor Displays during Earth and Fire 2025

Important Dates and Details

• Call for Submission Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 12:00pm (noon) ET
• Acceptance/Decline Notification: Saturday, July 11, 2026
• Day of Event: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00am – 3:00pm
  ◦  Vendor Arrival: September 19, 7:30am – 8:50am (arrival times are booked by vendors through a provided sign-up link).
  ◦  Vendor Departure: September 19, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
• Vendor Fee Upon Acceptance: $50.00 + HST ($56.50)

Jurying

• Applications are reviewed by MoD staff for completeness, relevance, and overall quality before advancing to the external jury. Not all applications will move past the initial review stage.
• A panel of artists juries the submissions, with Museum of Dufferin staff acting as administrators.
• Submissions are evaluated based on:
  ◦  Quality of work
  ◦  Execution and craftsmanship
  ◦  Variety of mediums and products
  ◦  Space limitations
• Mass-produced products will not be accepted.
• Due to the volume of applications, individual feedback will not be provided after the jurying process.

Ceramics Vendor Making a Sale during Earth and Fire 2025.

How to Enter

• Carefully read the Call for Entry page on the Museum of Dufferin’s website to familiarize yourself with the application process, event details, and the MoD’s terms and conditions.
• Fill out the application form at the bottom of the Call for Entry webpage
• Submit no more than four photos of your work to accompany your application. Not submitting photos will disqualify your application from the jurying process.
• Vendors will receive a notification of acceptance or decline by Saturday, July 11, 2026

The full submission information, application and the exhibition terms and conditions here: Call for Entries | Museum of Dufferin

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon) ET

For additional information or questions, please contact:
Abby Norman (Visitor Services Coordinator) – Available Tuesday to Saturday
anorman@dufferinmuseum.com
519-941-1114 ext. 4020

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