Richland Community Library

What Is The Art & Writing Contest?

RCL's Annual Art & Writing Contest takes submissions from all ages within the community and displays them for judging by popular vote. Those in each category with the most votes win a prize.

How Do I Enter

  • Submit your art or writing piece ANYTIME during the month of March 2025.
    • All art pieces must be submitted in-person. Writing pieces can be emailed*, but must be in a printable, PDF format.
  • Pieces will be displayed during the month of April 2025 and voted on by the public.
  • Winners will be announced and prizes will be awarded in early May 2025.
*Email submissions, as well as questions, may be directed to the richlandclibrary@gmail.com.

Art Category Ages Ranges

  • Adults 18+
  • Teens 12-17
  • Children 6-11
  • Children 5 & Under

Writing Category Ages Ranges

  • Adults 18+
  • Teens 12-17
  • Children 6-11
  • Children 5 & Under - Can be assisted by an adult

**Only one entry per category, per person**

Art Guidelines

  • 2-D and 3-D works accepted
  • No perishable items
  • No inappropriate or graphic images
  • Work may not exceed 3ft on any side or weigh over 20 lbs.

Writing Guidelines

  • Max word count 1,000
  • If you wish to add images to your story, please make your ‘book’ 5 pages or less
  • Any art piece with more than 20 words will be categorized as a writing entry
  • Please be mindful of language & subject matter
Location & Hours

Richland Community Library Location Photo
Richland Community Library Main Branch
8951 Park Street, Richland, MI 49083
269.629.9085 (Phone)
269.629.5330 (Fax)

Tuesdays 10 AM - 6 PM
Wednesdays 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursdays 10 AM - 7 PM
Fridays 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturdays 10 AM - 1 PM
Sundays Closed
Mondays Closed

Our book drop is located in the rear parking lot of the library, which is accessible though the Richland Eye Care parking lot off of 32nd Street.