Event Information

Nature Quest Art Contest Exhibit Opening Reception


Age: Teens

Event Category: Youth Free Youth

Calling all youth ARTIST!

Prince George’s County residents 18 years old and under. You are cordially invited to enter this year’s Nature Quest Art Contest. Explore your backyard, a local park, or other outdoor environments. Tell your nature story by drawing, painting, photography, mixed media, or poetry.

DEADLINE for Submission: Friday, December 6, 2023, at 11:59 pm

Eligibility Requirements:

  • This contest is open to Prince George’s County residents that are 18 years old and under. No purchase is necessary.
  • Entries must be inspired by nature.
  • Content of the work must be original. Use of another artist’s work is not eligible.
  • You may enter as many categories as you want!

Click here to view the official rules

Artwork Release Form

Award Categories
Elementary School: K – Grade 6

Middle School: Grades 7 – 9
High School: Grades 10 – 12

Questions?
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Shaiday Dancy at shaiday.dancy@pgparks.com

The 2025 Nature Quest Art Contest is a program of The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission, Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County, Arts and Cultural Heritage Division.