How did a little city in Southwestern Illinois become the site of a nationally recognized art festival? It started 30+ years ago when a former alderman, Gene Ellerbusch, visited the Mystic, Connecticut, Outdoor Art Festival and realized that Fairview Heights might be able to present a similar outdoor event. The City Council appointed Mrs. Billy McLemore as head of a committee to explore the possibility. The project had begun.
Come for amazing artists, great entertainment, delicious food, and family fun.
Friday, August 23, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Saturday, August 24, 10:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday, August 25, 11:00am – 5:00pm