Student Art Fair

Brought to you by Pend Oreille Events, in collaboration with CREATE Arts Center

Theme: Spring Renewal: Honoring fresh starts, natural beauty, and the energy of a new season.

Students can create any all-audience-appropriate art they would like, but will earn extra points for aligning with our 2026 theme of Spring Renewal. STUDENTS MUST GET PRIOR APPROVAL BEFORE STARTING THEIR ART PROJECT.

Event Location: Sadie Halstead Middle School, Newport, WA

Eligibility: Open to all Pre-K through 12th grade students in Pend Oreille County and surrounding areas (including homeschool)

Artwork Drop-Off: Friday, MAY 15th, 2026 — 3:30 PM or later at Sadie Halstead Middle School

Artwork Pick-Up: Saturday, MAY 16th, 2026 — between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM

Public Viewing Hours: MAY 16th , 2026 from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Labeling: Please clearly label artwork with the student’s name & grade

Ready to Display: Frames, stands, or hangers are welcome if needed for presentation (These are not provided by Pend Oreille Events)

Safety: No hazardous materials, liquids, food-based art, or knives/weapon components. All projects are to be school and age appropriate. Students must get approval from POE before starting their ART PROJECT.

Fragile Work: We will handle with care, but POE cannot insure or guarantee against damage. POE and NSD do not assume responsibility for any items left behind.

Photography: Photos of the display may be taken for community sharing.

Parent Support: Younger students may have a parent or teacher assist with submission. This is a home-led project.

*Want to volunteer for this, or future events? Please fill out our volunteer form: https://www.pendoreilleevents.com/volunteer