Ready, set, design! Announcing the Library of Michigan’s 1st Annual Sticker Contest. For nearly 200 years, the Library of Michigan has been at the center of collecting, preserving, and providing access to the story of the state as told through words, images, and song. This fall, we are looking specifically at you, Michigan K-12 students, to design an image that you feel represents your Michigan story and that would encourage others to dive into our stacks or their local libraries. Create a sticker that will help inspire readers and encourage the next generation of Michigan creators!
Contest guidelines:
Create and submit an original work of art using the contest design template found on page 3. Your design should represent your love of reading and how it connects you to Michigan.
A winning design will be selected in each of the following categories:
- Grades K-2
- Grades 3-4
- Grades 5-6
- Grades 7-8
- Grades 9-12
Entry Requirements:
- Designs must incorporate the phrase “Library of Michigan” in some fashion.
- Submissions can be accepted digitally or in print*. Digital entries should be high-resolution, if possible, at least 300 dpi. The following design formats will be accepted: .jpeg, .png, .tif, and .pdf.
- Submissions must follow the height and width proportions included in the contest design template on page 3, which is a 3-inch diameter circle.
- Artwork must be for all ages. The Library of Michigan reserves the right to disqualify entries that are deemed to be intended for adult audiences.
- Artwork must be original. AI submissions will not be considered.
- Artwork cannot include copyrighted characters or graphics.
Entry Instructions:
- Submissions may be in any art medium (illustration, pen, photography, etc.).
- Multiple entries per person are allowed; you must submit a separate entry form for each sticker.
- All submissions must be received by Wednesday, December 30, 2026.
- Winning designs will be announced in late March 2027.
- Questions about the design contest can be directed to librarian@michigan.gov.