Youth Nativity Showcase

We want YOUR creativity to be part of this year’s Historic Kirtland Nativity Exhibit!

Make your own handmade Nativity—it can be crafted from clay, wood, popsicle sticks, fabric… or anything your imagination dreams up! Your Nativity will be on display this December at the Kirtland Temple Visitor Center, where thousands of guests will enjoy seeing the Christmas story told in your unique style.

Guildlines

  1. The Youth Nativity Showcase is open to ages 3-18.
  2. Nativities can be 3D or 2D, in your chosen medium.
  3. Artwork must feature the Nativity Story.
  4. Art work drop off will take place November 8, 10 am- 5 pm at the Kirtland Temple Visitor Center. (7809 Joseph St, Kirtland, OH)
  5. Art Work can be picked up on January 3, 2026, 10 am- 5 pm at the Kirtland Temple Visitor Center.
  6. If you are unable to get to Kirtland for drop off or pick up, you can get in contact with a local Nativity Collection Representative who can collect your work and bring it to Kirtland on the 8th. (Find the list of Collection Reps on our Nativity Collection Page)
  7. Nativities will be displayed at the Historic Kirtland Nativity Exhibit throughout the month of December.
  8. Any nativity that is not picked up will become the property of the Historic Kirtland Nativity Exhibit.