Create skeletons of your favorite deceased celebrities with our theme: Skele-brity. Engage the public in a new take to see your favorite pop culture icons by transforming them into whimsical, bone-chilling versions of themselves!

Special thanks to the 2024 participants, stay tuned for the next Siege of the Skeletons

Entry Categories

School Categories

Open to public, private, and home schools. A school official must sponsor all school entries. Schools are encouraged to create their own competition at their campuses.

  • Elementary (Gr. PK-5)
  • Middle (Gr. 6-8)
  • High School (Gr. 9-12)
Open Category

Open to individuals and organizations of any type that do not fit the school category. Examples include (but not limited to) community or religious groups, sports teams, clubs, businesses, families, neighbors, or even a group of friends.

A parent/guardian must sponsor all entries for individuals less than 18 years of age.

2024 Winner

Tesla Model S(keleton) by Moe Howard

2023 Winner

It’s Girl Scout Cookie Time by Girl Scout Troop 129171

Construction Materials

  • In previous years, skeleton creators have used paper-mâché or plaster casting material with gauze along with chicken wire, garden wire, and of course – duct tape! Feel free to experiment with new materials or stay with the tried and true – it’s up to you!
  • Each skeleton can include props and decorations of any type to help depict the theme.
  • There are some great websites that give hints and tips for construction – just type “paper-mâché skeletons” on your search engine.
  • Looking for more inspiration? Checkout last year’s Siege of Skeletons with the theme “FEARy Tale”

Size & Display Requirements

  • Entries should be suitable for tabletop display, no taller than 18″ and fit within a 1′ x 1′ footprint.
  • Entries must sit or stand alone without any assistance. For a seated skeleton, participants must provide and bring their own “seating” for their skeleton. For a standing skeleton, participants must ensure that it will remain freestanding throughout the display.
  • No props or materials will be available onsite at The Health Museum, nor will it take responsibility for maintaining entries’ stability.

Terms & Conditions

  • All submissions must be original works created by the artist/caregiver. Plagiarism or copyright infringement will result in disqualification.
  • Submitted artwork must not include any logo or branding.
  • There is no limit of participants per skeleton entry. It could be an individual, team, or a class. However, there is only one prize awarded for the winning skeleton in each category.
  • The Health Museum is NOT responsible for the transportation of artwork.
  • If your artwork is chosen, you are responsible for arranging delivery and pick-up of artwork. Late deliveries may not be accepted.
  • Entries must be tastefully rendered. Questionable subject matter will be disqualified under discretion of The Health Museum.

Voting Process

Visitors will vote for their favorite skeleton through the museum website, from October 22 – October 30.

Permission & Waivers

By entering the artist gives The Health Museum permission to use their artwork for promotional and non-commercial purposes. Please make sure to submit your photo release form before October 15.

Prizes

  • Winning individual or family entries will receive Family Membership at The Museum
  • Group entries will receive guest passes to The Museum
  • Plus Gift Cards
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Please reach out for additional questions about the Siege of the Skeletons. Thank you for joining us!