Peace Poster Contest

The Van Buren Lions Club is sponsoring students age 11-13 (years of age on Nov. 15, 2026) to participate in the local level peace poster contest to share what peace means to them through art. Arts On Main is looking forward to receiving your peace poster entry!

The local contest winner will automatically advance to the district level judging for opportunity to participate in the international level - and awarded a grand prize of $5,000— for their creativity in sharing their vision of the current year’s theme.

Get inspiration and learn more about the Lions International Peace Poster Contest.

Theme:
Harmony in Humanity

When we treat each other with respect and kindness, peace can flourish. This year, we invite young people to imagine a world where people of every culture and background live together peacefully — celebrating differences, finding common ground and creating true harmony in humanity.

Eligibility & Contest Rules

For ages 11, 12 or 13 years of age on Nov. 15, 2026.

Entries not meeting the rules (download Rules PDF) listed below will be disqualified:

  • Poster artwork must reflect the theme “Harmony in Humanity”

  • Poster size no smaller than 13 x 20 inches and no larger than 20 x 24 inches. Three-dimensional entries will not be accepted. Artwork should be done on flexible material so it may be rolled for shipping in a mailing tube.

  • Only one entry per student and must be the work of only one student.

  • DO NOT use AI generated art. Artwork must be the individual student’s original creation.

  • DO NOT put your name or initials on the front of the poster. Artist signature or initials should be written on the back of the poster. No lettering or numbering on the front of the poster, in any language.

  • DO NOT glue, staple or attach anything to the artwork in any way.

  • Chalk, charcoal and pastel entries should be sealed with a fixative spray to prevent smearing.

  • DO NOT fold poster. DO NOT mat or frame artwork. DO NOT laminate artwork.

How to Enter

Bring artwork with entry form to Arts On Main, 415 Main Street, Van Buren. Arts On Main will have extra entry forms.

Bring Posters to Arts On Main by September 5th

Arts On Main will jury the posters for First Place, Second Place, and Third Place. The Van Buren Lions Club will notify the winners. The winners will receive their awards at a special awards luncheon on September 16th.

  • First Place $100

  • Second Place $50

  • Third Place $25

Questions?

479-474-7767

info@artsonmainvb.com