Law Day Art Contest in Newport News Virginia

Angela F. Reason, Clerk of the Newport News Circuit Court, is proud to announce the inaugural Clerk's Law Day Art Contest, celebrating the vital role of the rule of law in safeguarding our freedoms and the pursuit of the American Dream.

 

Established in 1958, Law Day serves as a reminder that justice belongs to all of us.

 

This year's theme, "Lifting the Curtain on The Rule of Law and the American Dream," invites students to explore the unseen forces that uphold justice and keep the promise of the American Dream alive in our community.

 

Selected artworks will be exhibited at the Newport News Circuit Court through June 2026, offering daily visibility to judges, attorneys, city officials, and the public.

 

Top artists in the Elementary, Middle, High School, and College categories will be honored at a dedicated award ceremony, with winners receiving awards and gifts generously funded by community sponsors and Clerk Reason, at no cost to taxpayers.

 

All entries will be featured on the Newport News Circuit Court Clerk's official social media pages, amplifying student voices across the community.

 

Eligibility is open to students in Grades K–College enrolled in public, private, and home schools in the Newport News area.

 

Key dates to remember:

 

Deadline: Friday, April 24 by 5 p.m.

 

Public Voting Opens: Monday, April 27 (in-person at the courthouse & online)

 

Voting Closes: Friday, May 1 at 5 p.m. sharp!

 

Submission guidelines include drawings, paintings, photographs, mixed media, or other flat artwork inspired by the theme.

 

Frames are not required, and each entry must include a completed entry form and a brief description.

 

Students may submit more than one entry, with one form per entry.

 

Submission locations are as follows:

 

Virgil I. Grissom Library - 366 DeShazor Dr.

 

Main Street Library - 110 Main St.

 

Pearl Bailey Library - 2510 Wickham Ave.

 

Public Law Library - 2501 Washington Ave.

 

NNPS Central Office & Administration Building - 2465 Warwick Blvd.

 

Alternatively, mail to:

 

Newport News Circuit Court Clerk's Office

 

Attn: Art Contest

 

2500 Washington Avenue

 

Newport News, VA 23607

 

For more information and to apply, visit the Newport News Circuit Court Clerk's official website.