Congressional Art Competition
A nationwide U.S. House of Representatives art contest in which high schoolers submit work to their congressional district office, with winning pieces displayed for a year in the U.S. Capitol.
Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition
Students submit entries to their representative’s office
Complete the 2026 Student Release Form
How to Apply
- Contact your representative to confirm participation and obtain guidance
- Review the 2026 Rules for Students and Teachers
- Complete the 2026 Student Release Form
- Submit the Student Release Form and required materials to your representative by their deadline
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