FOLEY — Art in the Park has been a Mother’s Day weekend tradition for Baldwin County for 51 years. This year’s event will fill Heritage Park May 13-14.Art in the Park is more than a …
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FOLEY — Art in the Park has been a Mother’s Day weekend tradition for Baldwin County for 51 years. This year’s event will fill Heritage Park May 13-14.
Art in the Park is more than a fun event, it is also a competitive juried fine arts show. Over 75 artists will showcase their unique works to consumers and judges alike. Top artists from across the region participate annually. Works range from pen and ink, watercolor, pottery, stained glass, wood and jewelry.
The free weekend event takes place in the heart of Foley giving guests the opportunity to take in everything the city has to offer. Stroll through the park and enjoy the festival and then explore the many shops and restaurants located within walking distance of Heritage Park.
“The first-year attendee will see an art show in a beautiful park with music playing from a DJ and plenty of food court food. Besides the food court, we have plenty of downtown restaurants open for business,” said Darrelyn Dunmore, executive director of Foley Main Street. “Our vendors are arts and crafts so expect to see jewelry, photography, woodwork and blown glass.”
The event isn’t only for adults. The littlest members of the family can enjoy the free, hands-on children’s area offering a variety of fun activities and face painting. Another highlight is the local children’s art exhibit featuring work from students in elementary to high school. The artwork for next year’s poster is chosen from this exhibit. Make your predictions on whose art you will see next year on the poster.
Before you leave the festival, make sure to stop by and check out the event merchandise. The T-shirts are always a big hit and usually sell out on the first day so come early.
Art in the Park is Saturday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Heritage Park is located at the intersection of Highway 59 and Highway 98 in historic Downtown Foley.
Art in the Park is sponsored by the Foley Art Center. For more information, visit foleyartcenter.com.
