Postcards to the Future

Join us in this artistic journey, and let your postcard be a beacon for the future.

Share Your Voice Through Art

In a world that's constantly evolving, the Coastal Arts Guild of Newport, Oregon, invites you to pause and reflect through their 2025 Mail Art Exhibition: Postcards to the Future. This unique project encourages individuals from all walks of life to express their thoughts, hopes, and concerns for future generations.

What Is Postcards to the Future?

Postcards to the Future is a mail art initiative where participants create 5”x7” postcards featuring images, text, or a combination of both. The theme centers on our current experiences, historical reflections, and aspirations or apprehensions for what's to come. Topics can range from personal narratives and community stories to broader themes like environmental changes, technological advancements, cultural shifts, and spiritual insights.

Exhibition Details

All submitted postcards will be showcased from July 4–6, 2025, at the Don Davis Park gazebo in Newport, offering a scenic view of the Pacific Ocean. Additionally, there will be an online exhibition on the official website. Select pieces will be archived by the Lincoln County Historical Society, preserving these messages for future generations to discover.

How to Participate

What would you put on a letter to the future?

Size & Format: Postcards should not exceed 5”x7”. Folded designs are acceptable if they close to the specified size.

1. Materials: Ensure all elements are securely attached. Avoid using materials that may smear or detach during mailing.

2. Mailing Tips: For delicate or three-dimensional pieces, consider using an envelope. You can request a hand-cancellation at the post office to prevent machine processing.

3. Content Guidelines: Submissions should be free of hate speech. Both sides of the postcard will be displayed, so feel free to include your name or return address, though it's not mandatory.

4. Deadline: All postcards must be received by July 1, 2025.

5. Mailing Address:
   Postcards to the Future
   PO Box 603
   Newport, OR 97365

Why Participate?

This is more than an art project; it's a communal time capsule. By contributing, you add your voice to a collective narrative, offering insights and reflections that could resonate with future generations. It's an opportunity to engage in a meaningful dialogue about our present and its impact on the future.

For more information and to view the online exhibition, visit postcardstothefuture.org.