The Links, Incorporated support of the arts can be traced to our cultured co-founder, Margaret Roselle Hawkins. Her innate artistic talent, discovered at a young age, earned her a four-year scholarship to the Women’s School of Design, later known as the Moore Institute of Art. Her passion for creative expression later led to her appointment as an art teacher and helped lay the groundwork for the establishment of The Arts facet in 1964 at the 14th National Assembly.

The goal of The Arts Facet is to develop and support programs that enrich the quality of life for our youth and communities through educational, engaging art experiences. The Mount Rose Chapter supports two signature arts programs: Classics through the Ages and the National Poster Arts Contest.

The Mount Rose (MD) Chapter supports youth and community programs through educational, engaging arts experiences. Our programming integrates the arts through strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations, sowing the seeds of creativity throughout our community via exhibitions, performances, competitions, and hands-on learning opportunities.

Held biennially, the chapter’s art competition engages students in grades 1–12, fostering creative thinking and artistic expression through mentorship from professional and student artists and skilled volunteers. To date, Mount Rose has awarded thousands in prizes to deserving young artists.

We have a distinguished, award-winning legacy rooted in our locally sponsored student art competitions serving youth. The Arts facet has earned four National Awards, including First Place in The Links Poster Arts Competition, underscoring the exceptional caliber of artistic talent cultivated through our program.