As the first public building in the City of Anna, the library is envisioned as a vibrant hub for families and individuals of all ages, with dedicated spaces for children, teens, and adults, along with programs supporting lifelong learning and community connection. Selected artworks will be considered for purchase and permanent display, reflecting the library’s mission to serve as a welcoming gathering place for neighbors and a center for creativity.
The call for artists opens on August 15, 2025, and closes on September 15, 2025, with notifications of selection expected in October. The opportunity is open to artists 18 years or older currently residing in Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Rockwall, Johnson, Grayson, Parker, or Tarrant counties, with priority consideration given to artists living in Collin County. Works must be complete, available for purchase, and priced under $5,000. Accepted media include a variety of 2D and 3D forms, such as painting, drawing, photography, textiles, ceramics, metalwork, woodworking, glass, stone, found object assemblage, and 3D-printed sculpture.
Artists are encouraged to explore themes that align with the spirit of the library and its community, including literature and storytelling, community and belonging, imagination and whimsy, nature and local fauna, Texas culture, and bold color palettes. Full eligibility details, submission requirements, and artwork specifications are available in the prospectus at CallforEntry.org by searching “Anna Community Library.” The submission fee is $5, and artists may submit up to three works.
About ANNA
Anna, Texas, is among the fastest-growing cities in North Texas, with a population of more than 30,000 and expected growth to 100,000 by 2050. Located in northern Collin County along U.S Highway 75, State Highway 5, and State Highway 121, Anna is a vibrant and emerging city that offers its neighbors an excellent quality of life and low cost of living. The combination of Anna’s strategic location along busy thoroughfares and the quantity of undeveloped land have positioned the city as an attractive location for retail and commercial establishments. Neighbors enjoy recreational opportunities, parks, trails, open spaces, easy access to the DFW and Red River corridors and a pace of living that offers a hometown feel in a thriving community. To learn more about the City of Anna, visit www.annatexas.gov.
