Omaha City Wire

Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition today, expressing his admiration for the talent within Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District. "Every year, I am so impressed by the talent we have here right in the 2nd Congressional District of Nebraska," said Bacon. He expressed gratitude to all participating students and their mentoring teachers.

The winners and honorable mentions were showcased at the Cathedral Arts Project, located at 3900 Webster St. in Omaha. Bacon extended his thanks to Frederika ver Holst for her contribution in organizing this event for two consecutive years. "She has truly helped us make sure these students feel recognized and appreciated for their hard work," he added.

The winners of the 2024 competition are as follows:

1st Place – “Tinkering with Time” by Lola Warren (Omaha Westside HS)

2nd Place – “My Dog’s Wish” by Kenadie Rudloff (Omaha Marian HS)

3rd Place – “Contrasting Beauty” by Sophia Sullivan (Millard North HS)

Honorable mentions include:

“Let's See What Happens” & “We are the ones painting colors in other people’s hearts” by Greta Justice (Omaha Marian HS)

“Stars and Stripes” by Jack Johnson (Omaha Creighton Prep)

“The Scott Aquarium” by Quenby Smith (Seton Home School)

“Take my Hand” by Ayriel Britt (Millard South HS)

###