RARITAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Hunterdon County officials joined hundreds of students, educators and community members at the 2026 Hunterdon County Teen Arts Festival, celebrating the work of young artists from across the county.
Commissioner Susan J. Soloway and Deputy Director Jeff Kuhl attended the event at the Route 12 Complex, where nearly 600 students from 14 schools showcased their talents in visual arts, music, theater and more.
“The Teen Arts Festival is such a special event because it gives students the opportunity to share their creativity and confidence with the entire community. Walking through the galleries and seeing the pride these students have in their work was truly inspiring. Their talent and dedication were on full display,” Soloway said.
Kuhl said the event highlighted the importance of the arts in education and community building.
“It was a pleasure to attend and support these young artists and performers. Events like Teen Arts remind us how important the arts are in education and in building strong communities. From the historical reenactments to the musical performances, the students brought incredible energy to the day,” Kuhl added.
During the festival, officials viewed student art exhibits and attended performances, including historical reenactments featuring figures such as Betsy Ross and Charles Lindbergh. They also toured galleries displaying paintings, sculptures and mixed-media works created by students from schools throughout Hunterdon County.
The event included live musical performances, including one by the Kingwood Township School Concert Band.
The Teen Arts Festival is coordinated through a partnership between the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission, the Hunterdon County Library, local schools and community organizations. It provides students ages 13 to 19 with opportunities to present their work and receive feedback from professional artists and educators.
Organizers said the annual festival aims to highlight student achievement and foster creativity across the county.
