the people next door
Student Art and Creative Writing Contest
When we fail to learn from history, we risk repeating it.
This contest is an opportunity for students to hear the stories of South Bend’s own Holocaust survivors, then creatively respond to their experiences in an original work of art or creative writing.
2025 Update
The Simon Fund for Holocaust Remembrance is excited to announce dates for the 2025 Art and Creative Writing Contest:
Submission Deadline: Friday, March 22, 2025
Gallery Opening and Awards Ceremony: Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
Exhibition: April 24-30, 2025, Mishawaka Public Library
More information coming soon!
2025 Flyer.pdfPromotional Materials
2025 contest packet 2024-11-01.pdfContest Information Packet
Category Guidelines
The people next Door
These are the stories of South Bend's own holocaust survivors. Watch their stories, or see additional resources on the history of the holocaust to inspire your creative response. Watch now.
2023 Prize Winners
Congratulations to these students who have received award recognition from our 2023 contest judges.
Virtual Exhibition
To view or read the creative works of every student who participated in the 2023 contest, visit our Virtual Exhibition page.