FAQs

[1] Who can participate?
Kids and teens, ages 4 to 18, can take part in the contest, either individually or through their school.

[2] How many drawings can each child submit?
Each participant can only submit one (1) drawing.

[3] What is the topic of the contest?
The contest topic is:
“I Want The Museum To Be…”
Children are invited to imagine, draw and express how they envision the museum of tomorrow.

[4] Do we have to use a specific template?
Yes. All submissions must be created within the official contest template, which you can download from kidscontest.cycladic.gr.

[5] What kind of materials can be used?
Children can use any technique and materials they like (pencils, markers, paints, collage, etc.), as long as the work remains two-dimensional and fits within the template.

[6] How can I participate individually?
Individual entries are mainly submitted digitally via the form at kidscontest.cycladic.gr, by uploading a photo or a scanned file of the drawing. You can also send us your artwork by post or courier, and the Museum will make a digital copy.

Please note that the Museum does not return original works. For this reason, participants may send a printed copy of their work if they wish to keep the original.

[7] How can schools participate?
School entries may either be submitted digitally through the platform or, preferably, sent jointly by post or courier by May 20, 2026 (postmark date applies).

In the case of group submissions, the Museum of Cycladic Art will digitize all works, making it easier for schools to participate.

Please note that original works will not be returned, so schools can send printed copies and keep the originals in their files.

Submission Address:
Museum of Cycladic Art
Vass. Sofias & Irodotou 1, 10674 Athens
Attn: 13^th International Kids’ Art Contest

[8] Can I keep my original artwork?
Yes, you can keep your original artwork. If you send it by post or courier, the Museum of Cycladic Art will not return the original artwork, so it’s recommended to send a printed copy and keep the original.

Alternatively, you can participate digitally by uploading a photo or a scanned file of your work through the platform.

[9] If I submit my work digitally, do also have to send it by mail?
No. If you submit your work digitally, there’s no need to send it by mail. Digital submission is enough to enter the contest.

[10] What is the voice message? Is it mandatory?
The voice message is optional.

This year, for the first time ever, you can send us a short voice message answering the following question:“What do you want the Museum to be?”

With your voice, and the voices of other kids and teens, we’re creating the biggest sound library of children’s and teens’ ideas for the Museum.

[11] Can I participate in the contest only with the voice message?
No. Voice messages are not part of the contest and are not evaluated by the Selection Committee.
Participation in the contest is only valid through the submission of an artwork.

[12] What language can I use for my voice message?
You can send your voice message in any language you like.

[13] When is the submission deadline?
The submission deadline for the artwork is on May 20, 2026.

[14] How and when will the artwork be displayed?
The children’s works will be presented:
– in a digital exhibition (before schools close),
– and as part of the 4^th Cycladic Kids Festival at the Athens Arts Center (September 26 & 27, 2026).

[15] Who selects the winners?
The artworks are evaluated by:
– a Selection Committee comprising distinguished artists and cultural experts,
– and a Youth Committee, a three-member teen panel made up of past contest winners.

[16] Where can I find more information?
For more information, you can get in touch with us at kidscontest@cycladic.gr