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Art Shows in Kentucky

Art is an essential part of human life. It takes us places and makes us realize that humans are fundamentally the same throughout the world, as well as throughout history. Art has the ability to arouse thoughts and feelings. The language of artwork is universal; in fact, it often says things that words cannot.



In Kentucky, the opportunity to purchase works of art is possible by visiting one of the many art shows that take place annually in various locations throughout the state.

  1. St. James Court Art Show

    • The St. James Court Art Show is held on the first full weekend of October in the heart of historic Louisville. An annual tradition for more than five decades, this juried fine arts and fine crafts show hosts 750 artists from North America. In an annual survey of artists conducted by the trade journal Sunshine Artist, St. James Court Art Show was voted best art show in the nation in 2003, 2004 and 2006. The art show is free and open to the public.

      St. James Court Art Show

      P.O. Box 3804

      Louisville, KY 40201

      502-635-1842

      stjamescourtartshow.com

    Art Fair at Woodland Park

    • For more than 35 years, the Art Fair at Woodland Park has taken place in Lexington. Sunshine Artist magazine voted the Art Fair at Woodland Park a "Top 200 Fine Art & Design Show" in the nation in 2007 and 2008. The fair has received additional honors, such as being named a "Top 10 Festival" by the Kentucky Tourism Council and a "Top 20 Event" by the Southeast Tourism Society. The annual two-day event features 200 juried artists, as well as live music, Kentucky food and a KidZone area for kids. Admission is free.

      Lexington Art League

      209 Castlewood Drive

      Lexington, KY 40505

      859-254-7024

      lexingtonartleague.org

    Francisco's Farm Arts Festival at Midway College

    • Francisco's Farm Arts Festival, a juried fine art and fine crafts exhibition, is held annually in June on the campus of Midway College, located in Midway. The festival hosts 150 artists from various locations. The festival features both indoor and outdoor display areas, as well as special exhibits and events such as a music stage, student art exhibits and children's art projects. Admission is $5 per vehicle.

      Francisco's Farm

      P.O. Box 4354

      Midway, KY 40347

      859-846-4049

      franciscosfarm.org

    Bellevue Art in the Park Festival

    • The annual Bellevue Art in the Park Festival, a juried art show, is held each year in September. The location of the festival is Bellevue Beach Park in Bellevue, a Northern Kentucky river town that is just across the Ohio River from Cincinnati, Ohio. The festival features live music, performances, food vendors and hands-on art for kids.

      Bellevue Renaissance

      City of Bellevue

      616 Poplar Street

      Bellevue, KY 41073

      859-431-8866

      shopbellevueky.com

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