It's our 62nd year of bringing original art to Central Illinois and we want you to be a part of the celebration! As one of the oldest art organizations in the country, the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair is nationally recognized.

Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm
ADMISSION
$10 per person per day.
Children 12 years and under free
Free passes for members!
Not a member? Join here- https://www.peoriaartguild.org/membership

Join us for a weekend of creative fun. Experience art from 130 juried fine artists on Peoria's Riverfront. Participate in the interactive community mural. Bring your children to the Kid's Art Festival where they can create their own masterpieces. Food, beer and wine stations will be set up throughout the fair.

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/288908033916620

Every Thursday Open House from 10AM - 2PM. Private Tours are available for small groups by appointments. For questions, private tours and special event rentals contact the Peoria Historical Society Office 309-674-1921.

The Pettengill-Morron House has celebrated 150 years! When you visit lean about all of the owners, stories of abolitionists and the underground railroad, what famous actor was married in the home and other stories of Peoria's past along with unique collection of pieces. The house is on the National Register of Historic Places and is owned by the Peoria Historical Society.

 

For more info: https://www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com/events

Come knit with friends at The Fiber Universe

Every Thursday night from 6:00-8:00pm

For more details: https://www.thefiberuniverse.com/module/events.htm?year=2024&month=Sep&day=26&eventId=3879099

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, October 3~ 8:00 - 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)
If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)

*Please note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage. If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere. 
Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. 
Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV

Featured Poet: Jeronimo Speaks
Jeronimo Speaks was born and raised in the inner-city projects of Chicago. It was there that Jeronimo was introduced to freestyle and battle rapping. Since creating his first spoken word pieces in 2011, Jeronimo has released three Spoken Word EP’s. Jeronimo has earned prestigious awards from Spoken Word Magazine, P.O.E.T Organization, Midwest Urban Music Awards and Safe & Sound. He co-created Solace Souls Sundays Open Mic held at Quarry Event Space Center nominated for National Open Mic of the Year due to sold-out shows, free events and their work to feed and clothe the less fortunate. A guest and host of numerous Chicago radio and TV programs, Jeronimo has performed throughout the country, including selling out the 300 seat I.C.E. Theater promoting his 2nd cd release, “Psalms of the Streets”. Learn more about Jerome at www.jeronimospeaks.com

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/whisper-shout-open-mic-for-poetry-10-3-2024

Historic Springdale Cemetery has an endless number of fascinating tales. Explore the oldest chartered cemetery in Illinois and enjoy the beautiful park-like setting as you hear about some of the famous individuals who lie in rest there.

Venue Information

Caterpillar Visitors Center

110 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For tickets: https://309tix.com/events/historic-springdale-bus-tour-10-4-2024

Meet at the Pimeteoui Trail Overlook which is located at the first small park area/turnaround on Grandview Drive, about a third of a mile from Prospect Road. 

 

Using the sidewalks on the bluff side of the Drive, view the incredible Lusk Castle, built as a wedding gift. Pass by the entrance to the Country Club of Peoria at the top of the former path to Al Fresco Park. Continue down to the House of a Thousand Panes, former home to visiting CAT guests as well as a local advertising firm's family. Stonecrest, the former home of the Block family of Block and Kuhl, is a beautiful home with a unique exterior. Return to the starting point while discussing other noteworthy people and their residences. The tour is about 2 miles long, and the pace of the tour is leisurely with places to stop and rest.

Venue Information

Grandview Drive

110 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For tickets: https://309tix.com/events/grandview-drive-walking-tour-10-5-2024