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JACKSON, MS – The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is reminding artists across the state that submissions for the inaugural Wild Turkey Stamp Art Contest are open until July 25, 2025.
This contest will determine the artwork featured on Mississippi’s first ever Wild Turkey Stamp, which is set to launch in time for the 2026 turkey season. The Wild Turkey Stamp is the result of a multi-year legislative effort by hunters, conservation partners, and land managers and marks a major step forward for conservation in Mississippi. Proceeds from the Wild Turkey Stamp fund critical conservation efforts, including habitat management, restoration projects, and research initiatives that benefit wild turkey populations statewide.
As part of its inaugural kickoff campaign, the MDWFP would like to invite Mississippi-based artists, ages 15 and up, to submit original artwork to be featured as the first-ever state Wild Turkey Stamp. Submissions should depict the Eastern wild turkey (Meleagris silvestris gallopavo) in a natural, Mississippi setting. The winning artist will receive a monetary gift, publicity and media recognition throughout MDWFP’s social media channels, email blasts, and a spotlight in the Mississippi Outdoors Magazine. To learn more, visit mdwfp.com and select Wild Turkey Program.
“We are excited about this opportunity to showcase a Mississippi artist on the first ever Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp,” said MDWFP Director of Marketing and Communications, Jeremy Bass. “It is a great way to merge conservation with creativity – and engage the public in this important milestone for turkey management.”
We want to remind everyone who would like to participate, to get their submissions in by July 25th for the chance to have their artwork featured on the first ever Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp.
For more information, visit Wild Turkey Stamp Art Contest | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks or call (601) 432-2400.
The mission of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is to conserve and enhance Mississippi’s wildlife, fisheries, and parks; provide quality outdoor recreation, and engage the public in natural resource conservation.
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