Green Life Student Art Exhibition

2026 Theme: "Athens' Hometown Heroes"

We invite students to explore and express their unique perspectives on sustainability and nature in our Classic City. Stewards of our environment are important "Hometown Heroes" here in Athens, and we want to see your depictions of these environmental champions! We encourage you to create a painting, drawing, sculpture, take a photograph, or write a poem about "Hometown Heroes".

The exhibition is open to Athens-Clarke County PreK-12 grade students. A copy of the submission form must be completed and attached to each creation and artwork must be labeled with the student's name, grade level, art title, and school. Only ONE submission allowed per student. Selections will be made based on grade level and medium category. 

Submission Form

All entries are due to the ACC Waste Reduction Division at 725 Hancock Industrial Way, Athens, GA 30605 by 5 PM on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. We may be unable to include late submissions in the exhibit.

Students, parents, and teachers will be notified in mid-March if the student's artwork has been selected for the Green Life Exhibition. The Green Life Exhibition will be displayed in the North Gallery at the Lyndon House Arts Center during the month of April 2026. All artists are encouraged to attend the closing reception on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 3:30 to 5 PM at the Lyndon House Arts Center.

The Teacher Reuse Store is free for teachers to shop for creative supplies that your students can use in creating their artwork. The store is located at 1005 College Ave. See the website for hours (https://www.accgov.com/trs)

For additional information, contact Katie Kirkland at (706) 613-613-3729 ext. 6739 or katie.kirkland@accgov.com