Bixby Bulletin: Lucas announces congressional art contest: students may have work displayed in capitol

Mar 09, 2011
In The News

Washington, DC – Congressman Frank Lucas is proud to announce the kick-off of the annual Congressional Art Contest.  The Congressman’s participation in the contest allows a student from the Third District to display a piece of his or her artwork in the U.S. Capitol.  The student will receive two plane tickets to visit Washington, DC for an unveiling ceremony for all the winners this summer.  In addition, he or she may be eligible for a college scholarship.

“The Congressional Art Contest is a great opportunity for students in the Third District to be honored for their outstanding achievement in art,” stated Lucas.  “I am very proud of the talent shown in the previous years’ winners and look forward to selecting a student for this year’s contest.”

Final submissions must be delivered to Congressman Lucas by Thursday, April 21, 2011.  For more information, please visit https://www.house.gov/lucas/art-competition.shtml.  For drop off locations or other questions, please contact Lynne Hill in Lucas’ Canadian County Office at (405)373-1958.

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