This post was created on 03/02/2026.

The Congressional Art Competition is an official nationwide program of the U.S. House of Representatives that provides high school students the opportunity to have their original artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. Since its inception in 1982, the competition has recognized thousands of talented young artists from across the country and serves as a meaningful way to highlight arts education and student achievement.

The competition is open to all high school students residing in Florida’s 15th Congressional District. Students may submit one original piece of artwork that meets the official competition guidelines. All submissions must include a completed student release form in order to be eligible.

2026 Theme: Celebrating 250 Years of America

Submission Deadline
All artwork must be received by March 31 at 5:00 PM.

Artwork Submissions
Submissions may be hand-delivered or mailed to our district office at the address below:

Congresswoman Laurel Lee
14025 Riveredge Drive
Suite 105
Tampa, FL 33637