The story challenge is held annually. Enter for a chance to get your story published! Chosen stories will become part of the Library's Local History E-Collection.
NEW - Three ways to Enter - PLUS - send in your drawings and photos.
CLICK HERE for Official Guidelines and the Entry Form.
2010 Contest Starts October 31st! – Deadline for entries is February 14th, 2010.
Email your questions about the Story Challenge to hschaefer@sussexcountylibrary.org
CLICK HERE for a list of Historic Markers in Sussex County.
ONE: For a “My Family” Story: Choose a person in your own family to interview who has lived in Sussex County for a long time. This person must be someone who can tell you a story about your family and Sussex County that took place before 1970.
TWO: For a “My Community” Story: Think of someone you know, maybe from your neighborhood or your church, who you can interview to find out what they remember about growing up in Sussex County before 1970 – or stories they heard from family.
THREE: For a “My County” Picture: Create a drawing or photograph of one of the Historic Marker Sites in your area - accompanied by a short essay about why you chose that site. CLICK HERE for the list of Historic Markers!
Then: Share it with us! Your story can become part of the Library's Local History E-Collection.
The Grannie Annie– an international contest inspired by Sussex County residents. Learn More about the family behind The Grannie Annie and how their example led to the Sussex County Library Story Challenge!
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