Saturday April 26th is International Sculpture Day (ISDAY)
The world will once again join in celebration of sculpture during the 10th annual International Sculpture Day, or ISDay. Anyone or any organization with an appreciation and commitment to the field of sculpture is invited to participate.
Established by the International Sculpture Center, the first ISDay was celebrated in 2015. Since then, it has grown into a global event with participation from individuals and organizations in numerous countries. It’s celebrated on the last Saturday of April. Organized by the International Sculpture Center (ISC), the event highlights the importance of sculpture as an art form and promotes engagement with sculptural works worldwide.
With artists, organizations and institutions worldwide expected to celebrate the day, participation can be as simple as including #isday on all social media posts! Suggested types of in person and virtual events include demonstrations, exhibitions, interviews, iron pours, online arts course, open studios, panels, parties and openings, sculptor generated projects for Individuals to do at home, sculpture scavenger hunts, tours of collections, unveiling public sculptures, webinars, workshops or simply share Images and description of you work!
Purpose & Activities
ISDay brings together artists, galleries, museums, institutions, and communities to celebrate sculpture through:
Exhibitions & Public Installations – Outdoor and indoor sculpture displays
Workshops & Demonstrations – Hands-on experiences for aspiring sculptors
Artist Talks & Studio Tours – Opportunities to learn about sculptors’ processes
Community Events – Public art walks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions