Submission Info

This event highlights the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion by providing a platform to share powerful narratives of courage, resilience, and the pursuit of the American dream.

Submissions should reflect the immigrant experience in the United States, especially in or related to Lexington. Both native languages and English are acceptable for writing.

Submission Due: May 10, 2024

Note: We will begin accepting submissions soon. Please stay tuned for more information on how to submit your work.

Painting

Submission CategoryAge Requirements
Adult PaintingAges 18 and above
Youth PaintingAges 13 to 17
Children’s PaintingAges 12 and below

Painting submissions should be either 11×14, 12×16, or 16×20 inches.

Writing

Submission CategoryAge Requirements
Adult WritingAges 18 and above
Youth WritingAges 13 to 17
Children’s WritingAges 12 and below

Writing submissions include essays, poems, and short stories, and should be less than 2,000 words.

Share your family’s journey, neighborhood experiences, hopes, and dreams through art and writing!

Please click Submission Form or scan to submit your art work: