Today is a celebration for "eggsibit" -- an art exhibit of decorated eggs in all shapes, colors, and sizes! There are various eggsibits that occur around the world. At the annual Eggsibit in Phillipsburg, NJ, prizes are given out to participants by the National Egg Art Guild for most original, prettiest, and funniest decorated egg. 

People around the world have been decorating eggs using different materials for centuries. Though they are most commonly decorated around Easter, you can really decorate eggs any time of the year!

Many artists love the challenge of decorating eggs due to their unique shape and fragility. Goose, duck, and hens' eggs are usually "blown" for this process in which a small hole is made in one end and the contents inside the egg are blown out. The egg is then carved, dyed, appliquéd, or painted.

Egg decorating is very popular in Eastern European countries. The International Egg Art Guild is a non-profit organization that promotes egg artistry around the world.

From food coloring and egg dyes to paints and crayons, there are many different ways that you can decorate an egg. Some people attach sequins, lace, ribbon, or even pasta to the shell of the egg for decorations as well.

To celebrate Eggsibit Day, invite your friends over for some fun egg decorating, and then display them in an eggsibit for all to see!