RI State Duck Stamp Art Contest
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Fish and Wildlife is accepting entries for the Rhode Island State Duck Stamp Junior Art Contest.
Open to students in Grades K-12 who are Rhode Island residents, including public, private, and homeschool students.
The winning design will be selected for the 2026-2027 Rhode Island Duck Stamp. Due to timing constraints, this year’s contest will be conducted at the state level only, and submissions will not advance to the Federal Duck Stamp Contest.
Only one entry per student will be accepted. All entries must be received by June 19.
Submit artwork to https://dem.ri.gov/ri-duck-stamp-entry
Contest Eligibility and Rules
Why it matters: Since 1938, the Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp, commonly known as the Duck Stamp, has supported wetland conservation across the United States. Funds generated from stamp sales have helped protect and restore critical habitats, making it one of the most successful wildlife conservation efforts in the country.
Established in 1991, the Junior Duck Stamp Program is an educational extension of the Federal Duck Stamp that promotes wetland conservation and wildlife awareness through art and science. The first stamp was produced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 1992, with proceeds supporting student and educator awards, incentives, and scholarships.