MLK, Jr. Art Contest
MLK, Jr. Art Contest
Open to all Belen Students and Grades
- K-6th Grades for prizes
- 7th-12th Grades for monetary prizes
- Entry Deadline: January 10, 2026
Create one of the following:
- Create an image of Dr. King
- Create a work of art about what Dr. King’s speech “I have a dream” means to you
- Create a work of art that represents cultural diversity
- How does Dr. King’s dream tie into your personal experiences and/or goals
Entry Requirements
- Can employ any art medium, ie. poster, diorama, clay, etc.
- Must use standard poster board for posters
- Do not write name or identifying information any place on your entry
- Complete the attached form and submit with your entry
- Winners must attend Candlelight Vigil on January 19th to receive awards.
- Awarded January 19, 2026 at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Candlelight Vigil 6pm at the Belen Public Library
MLK, Jr. Art Contest Packet – Please download this packet for the entry form. Once completed, submit form and your artwork to the Belen Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Multicultural Commission, Kathleen Pickering, Belen Public Library, 333 Becker Ave, Belen, NM.