Student Art Show

Every spring, some of the most gifted young artists in Sumner County showcase their art at Monthaven as part of the Annual James B. Hawkins Sumner County Student Art Show.

This indispensable art exhibition is open to all Sumner County middle and high school art students. In 2024, each school was allowed to enter artwork in drawing, painting, 3D, Mixed Media, and Animation. More than 150 students displayed nearly 160 art works at the MACC in 2024. Independent art experts were brought in to evaluate the students’ art, and prizes were awarded.

Student Art Show prizes include awards for “Winning Art Department,” “Best of Show” and “Director’s Pick,” along with First, Second, and Third Place ribbons and cash prizes for painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, digital art, printmaking, animation and mixed media. Participating middle school and high school art teachers also receive recognition and cash prizes. The 2023 exhibition’s premier sponsor was Nossi College of Art & Design. The college awarded $10,000 in scholarships to Sumner County’s amazing art students.

The 49th Annual James B. Hawkins Sumner County Student Art Show will run March 28 to April 13, 2025. 

Middle School Award Reception is Sunday, April 13 from 1-2 p.m. and High School Awards are 3-4 p.m.

For more information the 2025 Student Art Show, call Deputy Director Tonya Mirtes at (615) 822-0789 or email admin@monthavenarts.org