Essex Board of Trade’s 2nd Annual Photo Contest

In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, the Essex Board of Trade invites photographers of all ages to capture the people, places, traditions, and moments that make Essex, Centerbrook, and Ivoryton uniquely American.

Theme: The Essex Experience America 250
Prize: The winning photograph will be professionally framed and exhibited at the historic Essex Art Association Gallery.
Contest Timeline
Photo Submission Period: August 1–15
Public Voting on EssexCT.com: August 15–22

The five photographs receiving the most public votes will advance to a final judging panel.

How to Enter

1. Capture a photograph that reflects the spirit, history, character, or community of Essex, Centerbrook, or Ivoryton.
2. Submit up to five high-quality photographs between August 1 and August 15 through EssexCT.com using this link: https://essexct.com/the-essex-experience-america-250-photo-contest-submissions/
3. Encourage friends and family to vote during the public voting period.

The top five vote-getters will be reviewed by a judging panel, which will select the winning image. Whether it’s a historic landmark, a local tradition, waterfront beauty, community gathering, or everyday village life, show us what makes The Essex Experience special as we celebrate America 250.