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America 250 Art Contest
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Liz Cooper, Public Communications, Director, 704-283-3587
ACTION REQUESTED:
Recognize Winners of the America 250 Art Contest.
PRIOR BOARD ACTIONS:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The America 250 Student Art Contest is a countywide initiative designed to engage Union County students in celebrating the theme “America the Beautiful.” Inspired by the iconic song, the contest invited students in grades K-12 to explore and visually interpret what makes America meaningful to them, from sweeping national landscapes to local parks, neighborhoods, and personal spaces within Union County. The contest inspired creativity, civic pride and community connection while aligning with broader America 250 commemorative efforts.
Submissions were collected from May 8 to June 18 at multiple County locations, including libraries and government facilities, before being reviewed by a panel of local artists selected by the Union County Community Arts Council.
Ultimately, County residents voted on the finalists through our engagement platform, Union County Engage. The nine “People’s Choice” winners will be formally recognized in partnership with the Arts Council. This presentation honors student achievement and demonstrates the County’s commitment to community engagement, youth involvement and creative expression as part of America 250.
Following recognition by the Board of County Commissioners, winning artwork will be displayed in the Government Center lobby through August.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.