McClellan Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Virginia’s Fourth District

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) announced the launch of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District.

Each spring, the U.S. House of Representatives hosts a nationwide high school art competition in collaboration with the Congressional Institute to recognize and encourage the artistic talents of students across the nation. The competition is open to all high school students in Virginia's Fourth. 

“It is my pleasure to announce this year’s Congressional Art Competition for Virginia’s Fourth,” said Congresswoman McClellan. “Each year, this is an exciting opportunity for local students to showcase their creativity and artistic talents. I love seeing local Virginian students’ artwork hanging in the U.S. Capitol as I walk to votes on the House floor. I encourage any interested high school student to participate in this year’s competition!” 

The winning artwork will hang in the U.S. Capitol for one year and be featured on McClellan’s social media pages. The deadline to submit artwork is Monday, April 22, 2024 by 5pm ET. 

Read the full eligibility requirements and learn how to submit an application for the 2024 competition on McClellan’s website. You can find the winning entries for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for Virginia’s Fourth here.