Smith Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition

Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (NE-03) invites high school students across Nebraska's Third District to submit their artwork for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition by Friday, March 27th. 

"Every year the Congressional Art Competition showcases the talent, creativity, and unique perspectives of young people from across our country, generating an amazing collection of artwork that reflects the creativity of the next generation. Students across Nebraska's Third District never fail to amaze me with their impressive talent and imagination, and I look forward to seeing this year's entries,"said Smith.

BACKGROUND:
Official rules, guidelines, and submission forms are available on Congressman Smith's website: https://adriansmith.house.gov/services/art-competition. 

First-place artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol, alongside winning entries from across the country, and Smith will display one of the runners-up in his Washington, D.C., and each of his Third District offices. 

The Congressional Institute annually sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students from all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. 

For additional information, please contact Smith's Grand Island office at (308) 384-3900.