Each spring, a nationwide high school arts competition is hosted by the U.S. House of Representatives. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent of students across the nation. Winning artwork from Georgia's Sixth Congressional District (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place) will be eligible for display in the U.S. Capitol or in Rep. McBath's Washington and Atlanta offices.

The submission deadline for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition closed on Monday, April 20th. All artwork will be picked up by our office from each competing school, and students, teachers, and family members will receive final instructions from our office regarding the competition reception and awards ceremony.

Artwork will be displayed publicly at the Cultural Arts Council Douglasville (8652 Campbellton Street, Douglasville, Georgia 30134) from April 27th-May 1st, with a reception and awards ceremony taking place at the Cultural Arts Council on the morning of Saturday, May 2nd. All competing students and their families are invited to attend.

If any student or teacher has any questions for our team, we can be reached at arts.mcbath@mail.house.gov. Thank you for your interest in this competition, and best of luck to all students!

A digital gallery of all submissions for the 2026 competition is available to view below. Stay tuned to this page for information on the winning artwork following the May 2nd competition awards ceremony!