Siege of the Skeletons

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.