The Alexander County America 250 Committee invites the public to attend the opening reception of the America 250 Patriotic Art Exhibition on Thursday, May 7, at 5:00 p.m. The reception will be held at the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center’s Lucas Mansion, located at 316 Hiddenite Church Road in Hiddenite.
The juried exhibition features patriotic artwork created by sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade students from East and West Alexander Middle Schools in Alexander County. The exhibit commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
Students were guided through the creative process by art teachers Mandy Reid of West Alexander Middle School and Sarah Bowman of East Alexander Middle School, developing their artistic skills through this themed contest. A panel of three judges will evaluate the artwork, with first-, second-, and third-place winners receiving ribbons and monetary awards.
Taylorsville Town Councilwoman Tamara Odom, a member of the America 250 Committee, organized the Alexander County Middle Schools Patriotic Art Contest.
“I am so glad to be a part of this art exhibit, which will showcase the talent and creativity of our middle school students,” said Odom. “Hopefully, more opportunities like this will be available to our students in the future.”
The exhibit will remain on display at the Lucas Mansion through May 21.
Alexander County Board of Commissioners Chairman Larry Yoder, who also serves as Chairman of the Historic Preservation Commission and America 250 Committee, said, “We are proud of the artwork created by our next generation of citizens as they explore our nation’s history through the commemoration of America’s 250 years.”
Refreshments will be served following the announcement of the winners.
The Alexander County America 250 Committee includes Commissioner Larry Yoder, Helen Chestnut, Nancy Coley, Betty Long, Tamara Odom, and Lisa Lowe.
Admission is free, and the public is encouraged to attend.
To view additional America 250 events in Alexander County, visit visitalexandernc.com/calendar.