Each spring, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students nation-wide. The competition highlights the important role the arts play in American society. It encourages and recognizes the rich artistic talents of our country's youth and gives them the opportunity to show their artistic skills. The competition is open to multiple artistic mediums, including photography.

The winning piece from each Congressional district is displayed as part of a year-long national exhibition in the Cannon Tunnel, a pedestrian walkway leading to the United States Capitol. The winning artist and a guest are flown to Washington, D.C., courtesy of Southwest Airlines, to attend the unveiling reception. Congresswoman Berkley asks her competition judges to also select 2nd and 3rd place winners. Their work is displayed for one year in Congresswoman Berkley's Washington and Las Vegas Congressional offices, respectively.

Students must submit their entries through their high school art department. Get more information from Jan Churchill at 702 220 9823.