DC shops accepting artists & printmakers
These 6 shops publicly say they accept submissions. Each card links to a listing with the exact pitch instructions from the shop's own website. Read how to pitch to retailers and grab the free line sheet template before you hit send.
The 6 shops
National Museum of African American History and Culture Museum Store
Smithsonian museum store of crafts, publications and recordings illustrating the African American experience.
Heads up: They can't respond to individual proposals and will notify you only if interested.
National Museum of the American Indian Museum Stores
Smithsonian museum stores (Washington, DC and New York) presenting Native American crafts, publications and recordings.
Heads up: Native artisans only, with authenticity documentation under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act.
Shop Made in DC
Local-only gift shops (several DC locations) where everything comes from a DC-based business and is designed in the District.
Heads up: DC-based makers only.
Made in ALX
Old Town shop and collective selling art and handmade products by local artists, with workshops most weekends.
Not accepting right now. 2026 applications closed August 15; the next round isn't dated. $50 application fee plus membership fees.
Little District Books
Self-described queerest bookstore in DC, with an art consignment program for local LGBTQIA+ artists.
Heads up: Art consignment is for LGBTQIA+ DMV artists who can drop off and pick up their own work.
Del Ray Artisans Alcove Gift Shop
Gift shop inside the Del Ray Artisans gallery, open 10 months a year: unframed 2-D work in bins plus jewelry, fiber, wood and ceramics.
Not accepting right now. The Oct–Nov 2026 call closed September 14; the next call isn't posted. $10 per call plus Del Ray Artisans membership ($60).
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