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Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after announcing Bristol Presley, a student at Crawfordsville High School, won the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Indiana’s Fourth Congressional District. Her painting, Grandma and Grandpa’s Road, will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.

“I am pleased to congratulate Bristol on winning this year’s Congressional Art Competition,” said Congressman Baird. “Her painting showcases the beauty of Indiana’s rich agricultural landscape, and she should be incredibly proud of her work. Every year, I look forward to the Congressional Art Competition that showcases outstanding artistic talent that exists in our district, and this year was no exception. I also want to thank every student who participated in this year’s competition, and I encourage all eligible students to participate next year.”

Winner: Bristol Presley

School: Crawfordsville High School

Artwork Title: Grandma and Grandpa’s Road

Type: Acrylic Painting

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