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 P.O.E for the art project(s) that they enter.

Multiple Entries: Students may enter up to 2 art projects. They will only be able to receive 1st place on one project to evenly distribute awards.

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.

AWARDS: Prizes will be issued to each category and 1 grand prize for the entire fair. There will be a group grand prize.

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