Thompson announces 2021 Congressional art competition

HOWARD, PA— The office of Congressman Glenn 'GT' Thompson is now accepting entries for the 2021 Congressional Art Competition. Since 1982, the Congressional Art Competition has provided Members of Congress the opportunity to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of young constituents. Over the years, more than 650,000 students have participated.

"The Congressional Art Competition is a great opportunity to foster and showcase the creative talents of students throughout the Congressional District," said Thompson. "While we were unable to gather last year due to COVID-19, I look forward to meeting the contestants, admiring their artwork, and hosting the winner in Washington, DC.”

The winners of the Congressional Art Competition will have their artwork displayed in the United States Capitol for a full year and be invited to a ceremony in Washington, DC. All participating students from the 15th Congressional

District will have their artwork displayed in the Winkler Gallery of Fine Art in Dubois. Students, friends, and family are invited to a reception to celebrate their work and meet the Congressman and local artists Saturday, May 8 at 2:00 p.m.

The winning artwork will be selected by an independent panel of judges established by the Winkler Gallery.

The deadline for submissions is April 30.

FOR CONTESTANTS

All pieces entered must meet the following criteria:

sional

than 26 inches wide by 26 inches tall by 4 inches thick than 15 pounds

design, concept, and execution

any U.S. copyright laws

For complete contest rules and to apply please visit https://www.house. gov/educators-and-students/congressional-artcompetition