International Falls Student Wins Congressional Art Competition Hosted by Congressman Stauber

May 5, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) announced Nicholas Schrock, a homeschooled sophomore from International Falls, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. The winning entry, titled “Summer Evenings at Kakabeka Falls,” is an oil painting on canvas depicting a family on vacation. It will now hang in the U.S. Capitol alongside the winning artwork from other Congressional Districts for one year. Image “Congratulations to this year’s Congressional Art Competition winner, Nicholas Schrock,” said Congressman Stauber. “I am excited to pass this beautiful piece of artwork in the hallway every time I head to the Capitol for votes. I’m grateful to all the students who submitted their work and shared their talents with us. It’s clear that Minnesota’s 8 th District is filled with many creative young artists.” The Congressional Art Competition takes place each spring. Students are encouraged to visit Congressman Stauber’s website to learn more. ###