2023 GINGERBREAD HOUSE
The Hermitage’s Annual Gingerbread House Contest + Display returns for a fourth year of fun and creativity on view! Build your dream gingerbread house design for a chance to win cash prizes. All entries will be displayed at the museum December 8–30th with free admission.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR 2023
ENTRY CATEGORIES
Adult Category: One adult, age 17 years and up
Child Category: One child, ages 8–16 years
Family Category: At least one adult and one child
ENTRY PRIZES
Adult: $100 VISA gift card
Child: $50 VISA gift card
Family: $50 VISA gift card and Hermitage Museum Family Membership (good for one year)
GUIDELINES
- Any structure, real or imaginary, is eligible
- Entries must consist primarily of gingerbread
- All components must be edible
- Entries must be freestanding and attached to a sturdy, wood base (1/2” or ¾” plywood recommended)
- Structures, including wooden base, should be a minimum of 7” W x 7” L and a maximum of 12” W x 12” L
- The display board should act as an integral part of your design and be size appropriate to your creation
- All entries must be delivered to the Museum between December 3rd–5th, 10:00am–4:00pm.
- Entries should be picked up January 3rd, 10:00am–5:00pm.
- Entries will be on display at the museum December 8–30th
- Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
- Overall appearance/craftmanship
- Use of materials
- Originality/imagination
- Difficulty of design
Participants must register for the contest in advance. The deadline to apply is November 26th. Entry forms should be submitted to: cspencer@thehermitagemuseum.org
