In conjunction with Elmhurst Art Museum’s 25th year of inspiring its community, the Museum and RGL Marketing for the Arts launch summer festival season with the 25th Annual Art in Wilder Park, free-to-the-public from April 30-May 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 175 S. Cottage Hill Ave. The outdoor festival presented in partnership with the Elmhurst Park District features more than 125 exhibitors including local artists, musical acts, food vendors, a designated Kids Court for family activities, and more. Plus, all attendees are invited to visit the Museum’s rave exhibition Houses of Tomorrow: Solar Homes From Keck to Today free of charge. A full exhibitor list is available at elmhurstartmuseum.org/events.
“The Elmhurst Art Museum is proud to be the new lead co-organizer of this popular Elmhurst tradition,” said John McKinnon, executive director of the Elmhurst Art Museum. “After two years of isolation and uncertainty, we’re thrilled to host an estimated 8,000-10,000 visitors on our museum campus at Wilder Park, located in the heart of Elmhurst.”
“We are excited for the return of Art in Wilder Park,” said The Honorable Scott Levin, Mayor of Elmhurst. “This vibrant event located in the center of Elmhurst attracts thousands of visitors and has become a staple to our community. We hope people from near and far will spend the day at the park and support our incredible local artists while also exploring the restaurants and businesses in our town.”
In addition to local artisans selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, fiber arts, and a variety of other media, visitors can enjoy a variety of different kid’s activities with over 20 community organizations, mouthwatering goods from 12 food vendors and a range of musical performances from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. including Caitlin Simone & Lloyd Snyder, School of Rock Elmhurst, Doug Bardolph and Marion Longid.
