National Academy of Needlearts Gallery- Celebration is a judged competition open to any embroidery done by the entrant. We welcome both original and non-original pieces, and they are judged separately. Other divisions within The Exemplary are not judged.
- View competition categories.
- View awards given at The Exemplary.
- For the Joy of Sharing welcomes any piece stitched by the entrant, especially recent works. Entries in this division are not judged.
- By Invitation honors the work of one person or a group of noteworthy embroiderers. Participation is by invitation only. This division includes an exhibit of works by the annual NAN Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Entries in this division are not judged.
- Certification is a display of work by Academy certification candidates. Participation in this display is required for completion of Teachers’ Certification, Judges’ Certification, Teacher cum Laude, and Honors. Entries in this division are not judged.
- Needleart on Loan is a display of interesting embroidery that the entrant has not stitched, but wishes to share. Included are heirloom, antique, and ethnic embroideries. Entries in this division are not judged.
- Next Time at Assembly is a display of the classes available at Assembly in the following year.
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