Keep South Carolina Wild
Event Date: August 19, 2025 – November 30, 2025
Free
Location: Online
In partnership with Wildlife Forever, the South Carolina Wildlife Federation proudly presents the South Carolina Songbird Art Contest, which is generously sponsored by Dominion Energy. This contest invites K–12 students to explore our native birds through art and creative writing. This fun competition celebrates our feathered friends while encouraging young artists to learn about their habitats and conservation.
The 2025 featured species include the black-and-white warbler, purple finch, Carolina wren, painted bunting, and white-breasted nuthatch.
The Songbird Art Contest invites you to choose a bird, learn its story, and bring it to life through your own art. If you’re in grade 4 or higher, you’ll also write a short creative writing piece to share what makes your bird special.
Judging: There will be first, second, and third place awards given to each of the grade ranges listed below.
Grades K–3
Grades 4–6
Grades 7–9
Grades 10–12
Please note that all South Carolina state winners will automatically be included in the national contest.
Quick Guidelines
For complete contest rules and entry details, visit the Wildlife Forever Songbird Art Contest Rules