The Lafayette Society is now accepting submissions for its poetry and video contests, according to its website.
Fayetteville is “inviting all residents and students in Cumberland County and Fort Liberty to submit a poem or video highlighting the values espoused by The Marquis de Lafayette, for whom we are celebrating the bicentennial of his 1824-25 visit to America: Liberty, human rights, equality, abolition of slavery and religious tolerance.”
“Poetry Contest
The competition aims to ignite and celebrate the brilliance of your words through fostering a profound connection with Lafayette’s enduring principles. Every style of poem in welcome.
Lafayette Poetry Competition Prizes
First Place Winner: $400
Second Place Winner: $200
Third Place Winner: $100
Video Contest
The objective of the Fayette Video Contest is to encourage and promote excellence in creative expression in the video and film arts through developing an awareness and an appreciation for Lafayette’s timeless principles. Videos of every style are welcome.
Lafayette Video Competition Prizes
First Place: $700
Second Place: $300
Third Place: $100”
All contest entries are due by Dec. 1, 2024. Full rules and submission guidelines are available at lafayettesociety.org/creativity.
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