City of Bloomington Announces 14th Annual Eco-Heroes Art Contest to Celebrate Our Nature at Night

The Bloomington Environmental Commission announced the 14th Annual Linda P. Thompson Eco-Heroes Art Contest, encouraging residents of all ages to explore the importance of native insects through artistic expression. This year’s theme, “Our Nature at Night,” invites participants to explore the fascinating world that comes alive after sunset.
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First-, second-, and third-place winners selected in the following categories:

• Pre-K to 2nd grade
• 3rd to 5th grade
• 6th to 8th grade
• 9th to 12th grade
• Adults (ages 18+)

​Participants may submit artwork in a variety of creative formats, including:

• 2D visual art – drawings, paintings, photography
• 3D visual art – sculptures, fiber art, metalwork
• Digital media – graphic design, videos
• Performance art – songs, raps, plays/skits
• Language arts – essays, poems

Entries must be submitted between 8 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, and 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7. Submissions that incorporate recycled or reused materials are highly encouraged.

• Physical submissions should be delivered to Bloomington City Hall, 401 North Morton Street, Suite 130, and digital submissions should be emailed to [email protected].

Each submission must include the artist’s name, grade and school (if applicable), contact information—including phone and email— and a completed entry form, available online at bton.in/ecohero.

Winners will be recognized at the Eco-Heroes Award Ceremony during the City’s Earth Day celebration at 1:15 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Switchyard Park, 601 South Rogers Street.

The Environmental Commission welcomes donations from local businesses, entrepreneurs, and residents to support the event. Learn more at bloomington.in.gov/boards/environment/eco-heroes-contest.

For more information, email [email protected]v.