Art In The Park – Labor Day Weekend – Marietta Square!

The 31st annual Art in the Park takes place all three days of Labor Day weekend September 2-4, 2017. Guests flock to the historic neighborhood year after year to visit the Artist Market, enjoy the Children’s Art Alley, see the famous Painted Pots and partake of historic sites and nearby dining.

Enjoy the Labor Day Weekend by not traveling – a full weekend of end-of-summer enjoyment can be found at the Art in the Park festival in historic Marietta Square, Marietta GA. A favorite with locals and visitors alike, Art in the Park welcomes more than 175 artists showing fine arts and crafts; nationally-ranked artists to this year’s Artist Market, making 2017 the most exciting year ever for this outdoor event. This outdoor event has creative fun for the entire family with features like a the Children’s Art Alley, the Chalk Spot street display, the Food Truck Row plus unique shops, museums and historic walking tours.

In the spacious Artist Market, attendees this year will be delighted by the range of artists new to the festival who offer a high level of fine art in media including jewelry made from fine metals and precious stones; ceramics; paintings in watercolor, acrylic, oil and pastel; woodworking; glass; photography; textiles and much more. Of course, everyone’s favorite artists from past years will be back too! In fact, the 175 artists showcasing one-of-a-kind works and commissions represent the best of the best at Cobb County’s only annual fine art show. The affordable original artwork is offered in a variety of price ranges and styles.

 

The Chalk Spot, a street chalk art display for children of all ages, is scheduled for Saturday, September 4th during the festival. Participants will have the opportunity to create one-of-a-kind designs in three sq. ft. spaces.  The art will remain on display throughout the festival (weather permitting).  Registration is recommended, and a discount will be offered for those who submit the application postmarked by August 18.  Chalk Spot participation is only $10 per person (for applications postmarked by August 18, 2017). All registered participants will receive a box of sidewalk chalk and a goodie bag filled with two tickets to the North Georgia State Fair plus coupons from local businesses (valued at $20).
Proceeds will benefit the Marietta High School Art Club.  Amanda Rudolph, Art Club Advisor, is “very excited about the opportunity for the club members to help produce the display and is equally excited for the additional funds, which will be used for art show prizes and supplies.”

WHEN
: Art in the Park Festival – Saturday – Monday, September 2-4 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, includes Children’s Art Alley
The Chalk Spot – Saturday, September 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Art will remain on display through the festival (weather permitting).  Walk up Registration is $15.00

WHERE
: Glover Park on the Historic Marietta Square
50 N. Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
Free Parking on the street and in the Cobb County Parking Decks on Waddell Street

FEES
: Attendance at Marietta Art in the Park is free!

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