OdySea Aquarium Announces Second Annual Conservation Art Challenge
Kids Can Earn a Free Ticket to OdySea Aquarium with Their Art Submission
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WHO: OdySea Aquarium and children 12 and under
WHAT: In recognition of Endangered Species Day (May 20) & World Oceans Day (June 8), OdySea Aquarium has an opportunity for kids to earn a FREE Child’s Admission Ticket when they create an endangered species art piece out of recycled materials. All artwork submitted to OdySea Aquarium will be put on display in OdySea’s Kid’s Corner Gallery for visitors to admire.
WHERE: Artwork submitted (and displayed) at OdySea Aquarium
Located in the Arizona Boardwalk entertainment complex
9500 E. Via de Ventura
Scottsdale, AZ
WHEN: Kids must submit their art in person at the Concierge’s Desk in the lobby of
OdySea Aquarium beginning May 20, Endangered Species Day, through World Oceans Day, June 8.
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WHY: Young artists are encouraged to join OdySea Aquarium for a “Party for the Planet” in partnership with the Association of Zoos and Aquarium (AZA) for an art
extravaganza inclusive of Endangered Species Day (May 20) and World Oceans Day (Jun 8)! Through this unique opportunity, kids will learn about endangered species and conservation as they create a work of art that represents an endangered land or sea animal with recycled materials.
Last year’s inaugural Conservation Art Challenge drew over 300 young artists to submit their masterpieces!
“Getting involved in this challenge is a fantastic educational opportunity that will allow children to celebrate the earth’s biodiversity, take much-needed conservation actions, and learn about animals that are threatened by extinction,” said Jess Tammen, Supervisor of Dive Operations and Conservation at OdySea Aquarium. “Researching the animals, learning of their plight, and deciding what to create connects these young people with nature to become stewards of the environment.”
To participate, kids must take these steps:
- Create an endangered species art piece out of recycled materials.
- Fill out the printable submission form available online at: https://www.odyseaaquarium.com/art-challenge/
- Bring completed paperwork + artwork to the OdySea Aquarium Aqua Lobby and earn one (1) Child Admission Ticket (for children ages12 and under)
The OdySea Aquarium Conservation Committee (team members from all areas of the Aquarium) will judge the artwork and award prizes to the best submissions. All artwork will be on display for visitors to admire in OdySea Aquarium’s Kid’s Corner Gallery!
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