About The Contest
Richmond has become home to many Holocaust and contemporary genocide survivors and refugees. The Virginia Holocaust Museum’s mission is to tell those stories, educating and helping to ensure that the words “Never Again” are someday realized.
This contest is made possible by a generous grant from Marcus and Carole Weinstein.
OPEN TO STUDENTS IN GRADES 6-12!
Submission Deadline: 3/31/2024
CONTEST AWARDS FOR JUNIOR AND SENIOR DIVISONS:
1st Place: $500
2nd Place: $250
3rd Place: $150
Honorable Mention: $100
Questions:
Please email Kate Adams, Assistant Director of Guest Services at: kadams@vaholocaust.org
2023 Junior Division (Grades 6-8) Winners
1st Place
Scars
by Elena C.
2nd Place
Turning a Blind Eye to Refuge Seekers
by Eva M.
3rd Place
Not Just a Memory
by Eva B.
Honorable Mention
Hidden Behind Trees
by David C.
2022 Junior Division (Grades 6-8) Winners
1st Place
Amira S.
2nd Place
Violet F.
3rd Place
Teerada M.
Honorable Mention
Elena C.
2023 Senior Division (Grades 9-12) Winners
1st Place
Niedobitck
by Reese B.
2nd Place
Hatikvah
by Obaa A.
3rd Place
The Flower of Hope
by Gina Y.
Honorable Mention
Because of Their Faith
by Allyson W.
2022 Senior Division (Grades 9-12) Winners
1st Place
Sarah M.
2nd Place
Jessica I.
3rd Place
Pumiphat J.
Honorable Mention
Allyson W.