Congressional Art Competition

Each spring, Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor a nationwide high school art competition. This competition, known as the Artistic Discovery Contest, is an opportunity to recognize and encourage artistic talent across the nation. It is open to all high school students (9th through 12th grade) in Florida's Third Congressional District. The winning artwork will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol alongside other pieces of winning artwork from all participating districts across the country. Each piece is also featured on the Congressional Art Competition website.

Please check back in January 2026 for updated rules and regulations. 

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Miner at Laura.Miner@mail.house.gov or by calling (352) 505-0838. 

Learn more about the award categories below:

Congressional Art Competition Awards

1. Fan Favorite: Social Media Voting
2. Office Favorite: Team Kat Favorite
3. OVERALL WINNER: Trip to D.C.; artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol

Best of Grade

4. 9^th Grade — Best of Show
5. 10^th Grade — Best of Show
6. 11^th Grade — Best of Show
7. 12^th Grade — Best of Show

Best of Category

9. Painting
10. Drawing
11. Collage (must be 2-dimensional)
12. Prints
13. Mixed Media
14. Computer-generated art
15. Photographs 

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