In celebration of Freedom, JCMOMA is holding an art contest! 

We invited our participants to submit an original painting or drawing of what symbolizes Freedom to them presonally.

Purvis Young, (1943-2010) was a self-taught African-American artist who spent many years living off the streets, painting and creating pieces using discarded and ordinary objects as canvases. His paintings make rich use of symbolism. Young used a wild horse, untamed, and free to represent the hope of freedom and freedom itself in his paintings.

- Submissions were considered in two divisions: 

5 to 13 year old student & 14 years to Adult!
-a selection of finalist & award winners were on display July 4th, 2026.

 

Celebrating Freedom 250 years! 

Four Top Winner were chosen and 6 Honorable Mention awards.

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