Mississippi National River and Recreation Area - 2009 Big River Art Contest Winners (U.S. National Park Service)

Below are the winning entries from the 2009 Big River Journey Art Contest. Each piece of art displays the student's knowledge of and appreciation for the Mississippi River. Congratulations to all contest participants for your wonderful work.

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	Big River Journey (2009) (5 Photos) Art inspired by the student's Big River Journey; places they visited and things they saw. View Album \| View Slideshow

	Caring for the River (2009) (6 Photos) Art made to encourage better efforts to help the Mississippi. View Album \| View Slideshow

	Mighty Mississippi (2009) (6 Photos) Art about the Mississippi River - its wildlife, plant life, scenery, and recreation - and its relationship to you. View Album \| View Slideshow

The Big River Art Contest occurs annually, with entries due and winners chosen near to the end of the school year. The contest is open to all 4th - 6th grade students. Get more information on how to enter next year's contest.

Big River Journey (2009) (5 Photos)

Caring for the River (2009) (6 Photos)

Mighty Mississippi (2009) (6 Photos)