This competition has a simple goal: Inspire lots of people (big and little) to take steps to make their own homes a little healthier and easier on the environment.

The 2008 Natural State Expo Playhouse Competition will show both kids and adults how we can all take action to make our homes healthier and more environmentally sustainable.

Groups of young people from across the state of Arkansas are invited to submit playhouses of their own original invention. The playhouses should inspire children and adults to take steps—small or large—to make their homes a little greener.

Entries will be in two categories: 1) Miniature playhouse models, and 2) functional, life-size playhouses. Playhouses can demonstrate green building methods, utilize reused and recycled materials, and/or educate people about environmentally sustainable practices. We welcome young artists, visionaries, intellectuals, and inventors to take advantage of this exciting opportunity.

The competition will be held in October of 2008 at the Natural State Expo Green Home Show, held in the Statehouse Convention Center in downtown Little Rock. Winners will receive recognition and prizes.

Interested? Contact us at info@arnetwork.org, or 501-372-6996.