Congressman Chris Collins Seeking High School Artists for Congressional Art Competition

Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) is encouraging local high school students to participate in this year’s Congressional Art Competition.  The winning artist from New York’s 27th Congressional District will travel to Washington, DC and have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.

“Each day, members of Congress and hundreds of visitors to the Capitol walk by the award winning artwork submitted by high school students from around the country,” said Collins.  “I look forward to great participation from NY-27 schools this year and the opportunity to welcome our winning artist to Washington this summer.”

Now in its 31st year, the Congressional Art Competition is open to all high school students in New York’s 27th Congressional District.  Local submissions are due by April 19, 2013 and will be judged by the Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council.  Collins’ office has notified local high schools regarding contest rules and submission guidelines.  Interested students should see their art teacher for details or contact Emily Knight from Congressman Collins’ office at (585) 519-4002.

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