Pictured: Best in Show - “Frayed and Whole” by Meiya Rollins, 12th grade. Teacher: Melanie Anderson, Arlington High School
Art that celebrates culture. UNITY that connects us all.
Memphis and Shelby County K-12 students are invited to participate in the 3rd Annual AAPI Heritage Month Art Contest, where students are encouraged to bring this year’s theme of UNITY to life through art. This is your chance to celebrate AAPI heritage, share your story, and show how creativity can connect us all.
Many Cultures, One Community
All Memphis and Shelby County, TN K-12 students are invited to participate. Artwork will be judged by local art professionals and prizes will be awarded. The winning selections will be displayed at the Cossitt Library, 33 S. Front Street, Memphis, TN 38103 from Friday, May 1, 2026 - Friday, May 29, 2026.
Opening reception and award presentation will be held at
Cossitt Library on Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 12 p.m. and is open to all.
The full guidelines and submission form are below. Submit your art and show us your vision of UNITY.
