The Center for Contemporary Arts National Juried Exhibition - known as CCAN - is the highlight of the year featuring a premium art exhibition that showcases artists from across the nation, as well as Abilene’s local talent. 

On October 10, 2026, join us as we celebrate the 10th Annual CCAN with an unforgettable VIP Grand-Opening Reception. The evening will go as follows...

5:00PM - Outdoor Champagne Welcome where guests can gather, raise a glass, and build anticipation for the unveiling to come

5:45PM - CCA doors will open and guests will be among the very first to experience this extraordinary national exhibition

The celebration continues inside the gallery with an awards ceremony, live music, and elevated catering, surrounded by more than 150 works selected by this year's distinguished juror, acclaimed glass artist Carlyn Ray.

This is more than an opening reception, it is the unveiling of a decade-long tradition of bringing the best of contemporary art to Abilene.

Be there for the first look. Raise a glass to 10 years of CCAN. And experience the exhibition before anyone else.