Reginald M. Browne

The Trenton City Museum has announced that Reginald M. Browne, vice-chair of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and chairman of the Creative Capital Foundation, is juror for the 40th “Ellarslie Open.” Artists from greater Trenton and beyond may enter artwork online through May 11 for consideration in the show, which runs from June 24 through September 30.

Diane Ciccone, vice president of the Trenton Museum Society (TMS), said, “Reginald Browne brings a fresh and exciting perspective as a supporter of artists and the arts. We look forward to his vision as juror for ‘Ellarslie Open 40.’”

“Forty is quite a milestone not only for the ‘Ellarslie Open’ but also for the Trenton Museum Society, which itself marks 50 years in 2023,” said TMS President Joan Perkes. “The Open debuted a few years into the partnership with the City of Trenton that transformed Ellarslie Mansion into the Trenton City Museum. Since its inception, the ‘Ellarslie Open’ has been fully intertwined with the museum’s history and with the TMS and community members who create and sustain the museum’s offerings.”

Artists may submit up to four works online for consideration in “Ellarslie Open 40.” The prospectus, timeline, and entry link are at ellarslie.org/EO40. The top honor, Best in Show Overall, comes with an award of $1,000. Top prizes will also be given in each of five categories (painting, works on paper, sculpture, photography, digital art) and through special sponsorships.

Showcasing contemporary works by established and emerging artists from across the region and beyond, the Ellarslie Open has developed into a premier annual juried exhibition. In 2022, from 528 entries, 163 diverse works of art were exhibited by artists from greater Trenton, across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and beyond. The 2023 show will open on Saturday, June 24, with a Artists and Members Reception. It will remain on view through September 30. Gallery talks and other events related to the exhibition will be announced.

The Trenton City Museum is housed in Ellarslie Mansion in the heart of Trenton’s historic Cadwalader Park, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Museum hours are Friday and Saturday from 12 to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. There is no admission fee, but donations in support of the museum’s mission and programs are welcomed. For more information, visit ellarslie.org or call (609) 989-1191.