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Congressional Exhibition

Presented by Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur's Office

Art Excellence

The Arts Commission and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur present the Ninth Congressional District Invitational Art Competition to honor artistic excellence demonstrated by area high school students. Marcy Kaptur has been presenting this opportunity to her district since 1983. High Schools and student artists in Lucas, Ottawa, Erie, Fulton, Williams, Defiance, Sandusky, and Wood counties are invited to participate.

2023 Congressional Exhibition

The Arts Commission and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur are proud to celebrate the annual Congressional Art Competition for high school students in the Ninth Congressional District for 2023.

Art teachers from high schools within Ohio’s Ninth District are invited to nominate up to three two-dimensional student artworks for display. Artworks will be selected to receive awards by a jury composed of art educators, local artists, and representatives from institutions sponsoring awards.

High Schools and student artists in Erie, Ottawa, Lucas, Fulton, Williams, Defiance, Sandusky, and Wood counties are invited to participate.

2023 Exhibition

FEBRUARY 22 - APRIL 2 | Toledo Museum of Art, Robert C. and Susan Savage Community Gallery

2023 Award Ceremony

SUNDAY, MARCH 12 | 2:00PM - 4:00PM, Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater