Presented by Amazon, the National Cherry Blossom Festival Student Art Showcase enhances creativity, collaboration, and community spirit among K–12 students from DC public, charter, and Japanese schools. The program connects eight local artists who will lead guided workshops at eight schools. These workshops will inspire and educate students on various art mediums, enabling them to express their unique interpretations of a selected theme provided by the Festival.
This year, seven visionary artists – Brian Bailey, Lea Craigie, Dieglo, Lai, Trap Bob, Sophie Schriever, and Dietrich Williams – partnered with eight schools to guide over 300 students through the artistic journey.
Together, they designed and painted large-scale murals that beautifully capture the themes of springtime, renewal, and unity, each reflecting the unique character of D.C.’s eight wards.
Students dove into different art mediums, exploring their creativity, and putting their own spin on this year’s festival theme. Their masterpieces will get spotlighted
at BloomFest at the Tidal Basin and later at the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®, where everyone can see the murals.
Ward 1 – Bancroft Elementary School
Ward 2 – John Francis Education Campus
Ward 3 – Hearst Elementary School
Ward 4 – KIPP DC College Preparatory
Ward 5 – Phelps ACE High School
Ward 6 – Payne Elementary
Ward 7 – Burrville Elementary School
Ward 8 – Center City PCS-Congress Heights
Join National Park Service, DC Arts & Humanities Collaborative, ad Girl Scouts of Nation’s Capital in these fun-for-all-ages activities!
