Video - Uncovered Olympic Art Competitions

Amazing History Facts They Don’t Cover at School. Did you know that the original Olympic Games included art competitions? That's right! From 1912 to 1948, the Olympics awarded medals for art categories like painting, sculpture, literature, music, and architecture. So you could win a gold medal for writing a poem! Imagine Picasso and Hemingway battling it out for Olympic glory. The art had to be inspired by sports, making it a unique blend of culture and athletics. But the art events were dropped because many artists were considered professionals, clashing with the amateur spirit of the Games. Who knew the Olympics had such a creative past? What would you compete in—sports or arts? Let us know in the comments! And don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more striking stories!