Curioddities: A Look Back

Curioddities Art Show

The Curioddities Art Show is our annual celebration of the strange, the whimsical, and the wonderfully unexpected. Each year, we transform the Henning Cultural Center into an immersive cabinet of curiosities—blending fine art with interactive elements, large-scale installations, and theatrical touches that invite visitors to step into another world.

Our curatorial approach is hands-on and highly collaborative. We actively seek out artists who are eager to experiment—whether that means painting bold, large-scale works, creating entirely new pieces tailored to the show’s theme, or lending their skills to the construction and installation of immersive environments. Some artists bring existing works that fit the Curioddities spirit; others take the opportunity to push beyond their usual scale or medium, exploring pieces that surprise even themselves.

Part of the joy of Curioddities is in the build: wall-sized murals, custom props, and environment pieces are often developed in the weeks leading up to the opening, with artists working side-by-side in the gallery space. This collaborative energy allows the show to evolve organically, blending individual voices into a cohesive, transportive experience.

Our call for participation extends beyond traditional painters and sculptors—we welcome fabricators, set designers, mixed media experimenters, and anyone with an imagination for the offbeat. By cultivating a mix of stand-alone artworks and site-specific creations, Curioddities becomes more than just an exhibition—it becomes a living, breathing curiosity shop that surprises at every turn.

No Entry Fees - A Community Collaboration

The Curioddities Art Show is a community collaboration, proudly hosted by the Brimstone Historical Society and Sulphur Parks & Recreation. There are no fees for entering, displaying, or selling artworks in this exhibition.

Important Details for Artists:

923 S. Ruth St, Sulphur, LA

337-527-0357

Curioddities 2026 dates: TBD

For additional details or inquiries, please contact Kat Godsey, Curator/Assistant Director, at Godsey@brimstonemuseum.org or call 337-527-0357.

If you require assistance printing, framing, purchasing supplies or wiring your artwork, please let us know. Grant funding has been allocated to assist you.

The Henning Cultural Center is a community resource and available to help anyone interested in exhibiting. There is no age limit or experience required to enter this gallery show.

923 S. Ruth St., Sulphur, Louisiana
Hours: M-F: 10 - 12 & 1 - 5 | Sat: 10 - 2 pm
Presented by the Brimstone Historical Society and Sulphur Parks & Recreation

2025 Postcard artwork by: Tiffany Pippin (Baton Rouge), Bryce Hardy (Lafayette), and Monette Bourque (Sulphur).

Examples below of work from previous Curioddities exhibits

The following will be needed (via the Google Form)

Artist Name
Pronouns
Phone #
Artist photo
A brief bio about you
Your city/hometown (Optional)
Instagram/Facebook links

For each art piece, we will need the following:

A photo or digital file of the work or works-in-progress
Title
Medium
Price (or NFS)
Size

Please note, all artwork pickups and drop offs are the responsibility of the artist. The Brimstone Historical Society and SPAR are not responsible for artworks left over 30 days past the closing date of the exhibit. Please do your best to retrieve your works in a timely manner, at your convenience.

Framing guidelines:

Mats preferred (though not required.) All canvas pieces for this show must be framed. If you require assistance with purchasing frames, please select that option in the Google Form. Exact sizing for works is needed if we will be providing framing for you. Poster frames will not be allowed for this show.

All works must have a wire attached to the back. Saw-tooth hangers may not be acceptable for some works depending on weight. If you require help installing a wire, please let us know.

Content Guidelines:

We are a family-friendly gallery. Each work will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and some concessions can be made, but submissions with the following will be scrutinized before acceptance: