Legislative Exhibit
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The NYSATA Legislative Exhibit is the flagship event for Youth Art Month and NYSATA's largest public display of student artwork in a government building. The exhibit is co-sponsored by New York State United Teachers (NYSUT). Founded in 1990, this student art exhibit is held in the Legislative Office Building in Albany each Spring, providing an exciting opportunity for students and their families to connect with their legislators. A committee of dedicated art educator volunteers makes all of the arrangements and notifies legislators of participants in their electoral districts. Legislators from across the state are invited to recognize the artistic accomplishments of their aspiring artist constituents at a reception for students, parents and teachers held on the 3rd Floor Terrace Level of the Legislative Office Building. Families may pre-arrange a meet-and-greet with the Assemblyman and/or Senator from their local district, which may include a photo session, office tour and/or written correspondences with their Legislators. The reception concludes with an interactive and inspiring ceremony. With the return of artwork, each student entrant receives a Certificate of Participation from NYSATA and a copy of the Legislative Student Art Exhibit brochure.
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| 2026 Legislative Exhibit |
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Artwork in the Virtual Exhibit is a preview of the artwork that will be on display at the LOB, May 15-22, 2026. The registration fee assists with the costs of printing, reception, and return shipping.
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| 2026 Details and Dates |
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IMPORTANT DATES:
- March 25, 2026 Registration Deadline
- March 2026 Virtual Exhibit Preview Celebrating Youth Art Month
- May 15-22, 2026 In-Person Exhibit
- Legislative Office Building, Terrace Level, Albany
M,T, Th, F 9 AM-6 PM; W 9 AM-2 PM
- Tuesday, May 19, 2026,12-2 PM Opening Reception |
Legislative Office Building, 3rd Floor Terrace Level Albany, NY
12-1 PM Art viewing, meet legislators, photos, and catered food.
1-1:30 PM Presentation and proclamation, Hearing Room B
1:30-2 PM Additional art viewing
Art teachers and invited guests may schedule "Meet & Greets" with their Legislators during the Opening Reception
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Submitted artwork must be received by April 22, 2026
Submission is in person AND virtual slide show preview. See Submission Guidelines above for details.
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| 2026 Documents |
Use this form if you need to keep a record of permission to release images and student info for this exhibit.
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