School Art Show
The School Art Show, appearing daily in the Ford Exhibit Hall, features art from various schools in Jefferson and surrounding communities. Deadline: Art must be submitted in person at the Ford Park Exhibit Hall Lobby between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026, or Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Quilt Show
In addition, a quilt show, open to the general public, features both Large and Small Quilt Divisions, with each division comprising a Hand and Machine category. There is no cost to enter, and ribbons will be awarded. Deadline: Quilts must be submitted in person at the Ford Park Exhibit Hall Lobby between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026, or Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Photography Contest
There will also be an open Photography and Graphic Art contest. This contest includes both Youth (Age 18 & under) and Adult Divisions (Age 19 & over). The entry fee is $5.00 per photo submitted. Cash prizes will be awarded to the Photography and Graphic Art winners. The Entry Deadline is March 19, 2026, by 5:00 pm. Entries will be accepted by mail or in person at the YMBL Office, 7250 Wespark, Beaumont, Texas 77705.