The department invites the public to a reception to kick off the MoDNR Photo Contest exhibit at the Missouri State Museum, located on the first floor in the state Capitol building. The reception will feature the winning photographs from the 2025 MoDNR Photo Contest. The exhibit includes the winning photographs in the categories of natural resources, unique places and people enjoying Missouri’s outdoors. The photographs will be on display in the Resources Hall section of the museum through the end of 2026. For more information about the exhibit, call the museum at 573-751-2854.
The department's annual photo contest invites amateur photographers of all ages to participate. The department uses the photo submissions on its website and social media platforms and displays them at the Missouri State Museum and the Missouri State Fair. The 2026 photo contest will begin April 1. For more information, visit Missouri DNR Photo Contest.