Governor’s Photo Contest invites North Dakotans to capture the spirit of a legendary state

The 2026 North Dakota Governor’s Photo Contest for Travel and Tourism is now open, inviting North Dakotans to share the beauty, character and inspiration found across the state. A partnership of the Office of Gov. Kelly Armstrong, AAA, North Dakota Tourism and the North Dakota Council on the Arts, the annual contest celebrates storytellers whose photography highlights North Dakota’s landscapes and communities.

This year’s contest carries added significance as the state marks America’s 250th anniversary and prepares to welcome visitors to the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Roosevelt’s deep connection to the North Dakota Badlands and his reflection that he “would not have been president” without his experiences here shape this year’s theme. Entrants are encouraged to capture the places and moments that continue to inspire people to “Be Legendary.” 

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*The contest is open through Aug. 31, 2026.