Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Beginners Salsa Dance (level 1)
Tuesdays, April 22 - May 20, 6:30-7:25 pm 
(five 55-minute sessions)

Registration: https://peoriacac.org/events/beginning-salsa/

Instructors: Ed & Beverly Caballero
CAC Member: $40, Non-Member: $45
Registration deadline: April 15

This is an introduction to Salsa dancing. No prior dance experience is expected. As Salsa is a partner dance style, joining with a partner is strongly encouraged.

Classes are held on the 2nd floor of the Contemporary Art Center. Press 2R in the elevator.

Once we have received the minimum number of students required, we will seek payment. For more information about each class, contact: William Butler or Darlene Jones, 309.674.6822 or cac@peoriacac.org

About the instructors: Eduardo & Beverly Caballero have been teaching Latin dancing in Peoria Illinois since 2007. Besides at Contemporary Art Center, they have taught at Peoria Park District, Bradley University, District 150 public schools, RiverPlex, Common Place, ICC, Carver Center, Friendship House and the Clarion Hotel. They have also performed as a couple, with a group and with their students. The Caballeros have been featured in El Numero and Peoria Magazine.

BEGINNERS SALSA DANCE (LEVEL 2)
Tuesdays, Tuesdays, April 22 - May 20, 7:30-8:25 pm 
(five 55-minute sessions)

Registration: https://peoriacac.org/events/beginning-salsa-2/

Instructors: Ed & Beverly Caballero
CAC Member: $40, Non-Member: $45
Registration deadline: April 15

Take the next step to becoming a great dancer. Learn more complex moves quickly in five lessons. Master the skills of a leader or follower. Joining with a partner is strongly encouraged. 
Prerequisite: Salsa I or instructor’s permission.

Classes are held on the 2nd floor of the Contemporary Art Center. Press 2R in the elevator.

Once we have received the minimum number of students required, we will seek payment. For more information about each class, contact: William Butler or Darlene Jones, 309.674.6822 or cac@peoriacac.org

About the instructors: Eduardo & Beverly Caballero have been teaching Latin dancing in Peoria Illinois since 2007. Besides at Contemporary Art Center, they have taught at Peoria Park District, Bradley University, District 150 public schools, RiverPlex, Common Place, ICC, Carver Center, Friendship House and the Clarion Hotel. They have also performed as a couple, with a group and with their students. The Caballeros have been featured in El Numero and Peoria Magazine.

Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Live at the Five Spot: Elvis Himselvis
May 23, 2025 ~ 6:30-8:30pm

Tickets in Advance Online: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees (until 5pm day of event).
Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers 
(Tickets for walk-ins will be available until max capacity is reached)

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.

About the band:
Elvis impersonator Rick Dunham of Springfield has been impersonating Elvis for 37 years, performing in 33 states, and few times in Canada and Europe. He will share mostly Elvis songs with a few other Rock & Roll songs accompanied by a 5 piece band. This concert will be a lot of fun as we walk down memory lane. See more information and video at Hire Elvis Himselvis - Elvis Impersonator in Springfield, Illinois

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/live-at-the-five-spot-elvis-himselvis-5-23-2025

Join us for opening day of the 2025 RiverFront Season with exceptional taste and freshness all season long!  Don't miss out on the best selection of  fresh produce, local meats, eggs, berries, breads, baked goods and cheeses in Central Illinois!  As a producer-only market, each week offers something different as we move through the growing season.  Everything is locally grown and brought directly from farms and gardens each week. We also feature a one-of-a-kind selection of art including pottery, jewelry, wood items, candles, soaps and more~ all handcrafted by local artists! We are located in the River Station parking lot (212 SW Water St), directly across from the Peoria Riverfront Museum.  Plenty of free parking is available in surrounding lots and streets.

Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Live music every Saturday night! Check out our website to see who is playing! Bring your friends and come unwind on the weekend. Martini specials all week!

 

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