Office of Arts & Culture - City of Sacramento2027 Emerging Curators Fellowship

Applications open August 12, 2026 and close September 9, 2026.

About the role

The Emerging Curators Fellowship program is a funded, year-long opportunity for one emerging curator to develop and present two exhibitions at the Robert T. Matsui Gallery inside Sacramento City Hall. Each exhibition will be on view for four months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and mount two original exhibitions at the Robert T. Matsui Gallery
• Work with a curatorial mentor who will provide regular feedback and guidance

Benefits

• Stipend for the fellow
• Funding allocated for both exhibitions
• Access to curatorial mentorship and professional development

Requirements

This program is intended for individuals interested in the visual arts curatorial field who may not have easy access to funding, locations, or other resources.