The Children’s Hope Art Exhibit

at the Forrest County Youth Court, Hattiesburg, Miss.

The Children’s Hope Art Exhibit is a collection of art commissioned by the Forrest County Youth Court, Hattiesburg, Miss. unveiled April 23, 2021. The purpose is to adorn the walls of the courthouse and inspire the children, families and staff. On this page are small photos of the large 3' x 5' paintings, a statement by Judge Carol Jones Russell about why this exhibit is important, and a video of the exhibit. WDAM covered the event the 5 PM news that day. This is a link to the story: WDAM Story About The Children's Hope Art Exhibit.

Judge Carol Jones Russell

“The Forrest County Youth Court is here to help families, motivate and uplift them. We offer resources and support so that hopefully, one day, they can achieve reunification. These objectives are what ignited the idea to have the Children’s Hope Art Exhibit and inspired the artists to create the paintings for a permanent collection of art.”
~Judge Carol Jones Russell

Enjoy the video of the artworks and what this exhibit stands for. The artists of South Mississippi Art Association hope that our paintings will inspire hope for the families, children and all who enter the Forrest County Youth Courthouse and all who watch our video of the Children's Hope Art Exhibit.