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.
2026 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 2026.
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.
