Quincy Art Center to be site of ArtFest 2024 on Sept. 28

QUINCY — ArtFest 2024 will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, on the lawn of the Quincy Art Center, 1515 Jersey.

This free, family-friendly event will offer art activities and experiences for all ages and abilities.

The Art Center will feature hands-on activities including wheel throwing, finger knitting, blind drawing and scratchboard art. Inside the galleries, visitors can enjoy the “Connections” Open Call Exhibit and “Connections” Selections from the permanent collection. These exhibits highlight the breadth and depth of talent in the community and region.

Community partners such as Quincy Children’s Museum, Quincy Public Library, Arts Quincy, Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House and Quincy University Art Department will offer additional activities. Local musician Kathy Brink will perform live. Treats from Popp’N on Maine will be available, along with refreshments courtesy of Pepsi.

ArtFest 2024 is sponsored by:

• Knapheide Manufacturing
• BlueCross BlueShield
• Quincy Medical Group
• Gully Transportation
• Heartland Bank and Trust Company
• George Meyer
• Casey’s General Store
• Wade Stables P.C.
• TI-TRUST
• Blessing Health
• Quincy Service League

For more information, visit www.quincyartcenter.org.