Join IRIS at the Parish House of United Church, 323 Temple New Haven, CT on July 3, 2026. 

What we are looking for: Artists and vendors who would like to participate at IRIS's America 250th celebration should have a strong connection to the work and align with the theme's and values of the event. Refugees and immigrants are strongly encouraged to participate.   , individual and business vendors of all ages, mediums and peoples

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday June 19th, 11:59PM EST.

Themes: 

Personal: What is the meaning of home after displacement? What does that look like.

Historical: How does the current moment fit with our 250 years of welcoming refugees and immigrants?

Legal: How do you perceive the intersection of Immigration, Democracy, and the Rule of Law? 

Family: What does your family's journey look like?

Civic: what are our individual civic rights and responsibilities towards making this country the place we want it to be? How would this be visualized?

Criteria for submission: Open to all ages, mediums, and peoples. 

Vendors: Tables and Chairs will be provided