2026 ​PAN HAM Photo Contest

During your travels, take the image of P.D. Gwaltney Jr. and his ham with you and document a great vacation moment with a photo of the image.

Whatever your plans are – the beach, the mountains, a road trip or a staycation in your own backyard – be sure to pack the World’s Oldest Ham. He is ready for an adventure!

Download the image below, and post submissions on our Facebook site, tweet it to the World's Oldest Ham or email it to the museum.

​All entrants will be entered into a random drawing for a prize.

ENTRIES ARE ACCEPTED YEAR-ROUND
Send in your submission for our 2027 contest by September 28.

Winners announced on September 30, 2027.

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2026 Winners
Thanks to all our entrants!

         First Place              Second Place           Third Place

Rehoboth Beach, Del. Tiffany & Christian Moore

Carcassonne, France Barbara Anne Harris

Turkey & Pork in Moonlight Gene Gwaltney

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2026 Entries (Click photos to enlarge)