PLAINS, Ga. — Former President Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday is October 1, and students can help him celebrate by using their creativity!
As part of the 2024 Plains Peanut Festival, the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park is inviting children to participate in its postcard contest to help commemorate the milestone.
To enter, the park asks students to design a 3x5 unruled index card to create a postcard with unique artwork and a message wishing Carter a happy birthday. Here's the catch - the design must incorporate peanuts and relate to the birthday theme.
Students are encouraged to use crayons, pencils, pens, and markers for their original artwork, but no copyrighted trademarks will be accepted. Entries will be judged on creativity and how well they incorporate the theme, the park said.
The back needs to include the following information:
- Grade level
- First and last name
- School name and sponsoring teacher
- Email address
- Phone number
To be eligible for judging, postcards must be mailed to Courtney Stoops at 300 North Bond St., Plains, Georgia, 31780, by Wednesday, Sept. 11.
For more information about the contest, visit the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park website.