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Children's Artwork Sought to Brighten Spirits of Convalescing Marines

Art for Wounded Warriors will be distributed to hospitals throughout the world.

The Marines are looking for a few good young artists to participate in the Art for Wounded Warriors program.

What do you say, Pine-Richland artists?

The National Museum of the Marine Corps is sponsoring the collection of children’s art, which the Marine Corps’ Wounded Warrior Regiment will distribute to hospitals throughout the world.

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All children who enjoy drawing, painting or coloring are encouraged to participate in this program, which enables them to showcase their creativity and show their support for America’s Marines.  

Artwork should be done on an 8 ½” x 11” piece of paper and should include a picture and supportive message on the front and the artist’s name, hometown and grade level on the back.

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The museum will accept artwork from children of all ages and abilities. All submissions must be in a flat, rigid envelope postmarked by Dec. 10 and addressed to The National Museum of the Marine Corps, Attn:  Teacher in Residence, 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle, VA  22172-1938. Artwork becomes the property of the museum and cannot be returned.

For more information, visit the museum website at www.usmcmuseum.com, 703-221-8430, or e-mail teacher@marineheritage.org.


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