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Krannert Art Museum

Krannert Art Museum 500 East Peabody Drive, Champaign

Come explore exhibitions on view at Krannert Art Museum (KAM) including Another Place: Storymaking the Entangled Prairie (featuring 11 artists on faculty in the School of Art & Design), Memorias de la Mujer Lotina: Arpilleras, Women, and Coal in Chile, the MFA Exhibition; Encounters: The Arts of Africa, Art Since 1948, Fragmented Histories: Andean Art Before 1600, Historical American and

CU Woodshop Supply

CU Woodshop 1305 N McKinley Ave, Champaign

Our Woodshop gallery has an assortment of work using a range of techniques joining exotic wood, epoxy and finishes as well as mixed media, showcasing the amazing talents of our customers and the local woodworking community. Friday 10am-6pm - Reception Friday 5-6pm Saturday 10am-3pm

Flying Machine Avionics

Flying Machine Avionics 202 S. 1st St, Champaign

Featuring Dorota Erdman at Flying Machine Avionics! "This recent series of mixed media collages is a direct result of these early and current influences. I still look for treasures, old photographs, found objects, recycled papers, plants, in order to give them a new life. I still arrange them in stories or self contained worlds. Their small scale is a nod

Common Ground Food Cooperative

Common Ground Food Cooperative 300 S. Broadway Avenue Suite #166, Urbana

Common Ground Food Co-op's Flatlander Art Gallery features the artwork of Victoria Baez with an exhibition centered around motherhood. Some of the work displayed was inspired by interviews with moms with kids of different ages. Artwork is a mix of acrylic, gouache, color pencil, and oil pastels. There will be an opening art gallery reception on Friday, April 10th from

The Idea Store

The Idea Store 125 Lincoln Square, Urbana

Come and see the wealth of creative options available from The Idea Store! Members of The Idea Store staff and our volunteers will be providing art to be displayed in our windows - all items in the display will be made from materials sourced from The Idea Store. All of our display will be outward facing so that people walking

Springer Cultural Center

Springer Cultural Center 301 N Randolph Street, Champaign

The View From Here Art Exhibition Join us for this inaugural group show featuring a variety of local youth and adult artists that utilize all visual art mediums. Springer Cultural Center is the main location for cultural arts programs within the district and houses cultural, recreational, and educational programs for all ages as well as workshops, exhibits, and performances. Our

Phillips Recreation Center

Phillips Recreation Center 505 W Stoughton, Urbana

Urbana Park District staff have many talents outside parks and recreation. Stop by the Phillips Recreation Center to see what park district staff can create! Multiple artists will be sharing their work. Variety of topics and mediums, including photography, sculpture, fiber and textiles, illustrations, and mixed media. Featuring: Heather Britsky Sylena Harper Tyson Kruse Jarod Lake Kern McCalla Sara Rand Connor

Asian American Cultural Center

Asian American Cultural Center 1210 West Nevada Street, MC-149, Urbana

Resonance is a creative initiative centered on elevating adoptee-led storytelling. This project intentionally prioritizes authentic self-expression and provides adoptees the space to share their experiences from their own perspectives. Participants are invited to express their stories through art, written word, photography, and other mediums of their choosing, celebrating the diversity and depth of adoptee perspectives. Featuring: Sophie Bush - Poetry,

The Literary

The Literary 122 N Neil Street, Champaign

TINY ART SHOW! Stop by The Literary and view our Tiny Art Show! Featuring the small, yet beautiful works of many local artists. Friday, 4/10: 9am-9pm Saturday, 4/11: 9am-9pm Sunday, 4/12: 9am-8pm FEATURING: Melissa Goldman Kristina Reese Anneke Schweers Miller Alexia Guajardo Kelly Warner Diep Pressley Tina Johnson Stephanie Sanchez Jessica Wiley George Boley Georgie Beaulier Marca Fleener Alexandria Westfall

RegCakes Bakery and Cafe

RegCakes 801 N. Dunlap Ave. Suite A, Savoy

Enjoy Gluten Free baked goods while shopping the latest fine art paintings of the Artists of Marm! - Indoor & outdoor seating - Enjoy cupcakes, pastries, drinks, and free samples of new treats! - Funnel cakes and churros all day Friday - Pancakes until noon on Saturday Featuring: Leslie Barr Lorraine Graham Tina Johnson Kathy Micek Ann Pimblott Jeannie Vansickle

The Den Hair Emporium

The Den Hair Emporium 117 South Market Street, Champaign

Featuring Courtney Dennis! Courtney is an Artist who paints Mandalas with intricate designs, eye catching color palettes and glorious texture. She’s been painting Mandalas for 8 years, and teaching students how to create the beautiful art form for 3 years. Her pieces are created using acrylic paint and mixed media, such as mirrors and stone crystals. Inspired by nature and/or

Robert’s: The Fine Art of Jewelry

Robert's: The Fine Art of Jewelry 28 East Chester Street, Champaign

Welcome to Robert’s: The Fine Art of Jewelry in the heart of downtown Champaign. From paintings, prints, ceramics, fiber works, and more showcasing the breadth of creativity and talent of the Robert’s crew. Featuring: Cindy Westfall Erin Rogers Denise Seif Friday, April 10th 10a-5p Saturday, April 11th 10a-4p

The Gilbert Gallery

Gilbert Gallery 102 W Main, Urbana

The artists represented by The Gilbert Gallery have become a community!  We will be sharing their talents during the Boneyard Art Festival. On Friday, James Wade Powell will be painting in acrylic from 11-2 pm. Michael Zachay will be demonstrating his preparation of fused glass rondelays from 2-4 pm. There will be a reception from 5-7 pm - Gaye Harrison

Cinema Gallery

Cinema Gallery 120 W. Main, Urbana

We will showcase new bronze sculptures and new paintings by Peoria artist Preston Jackson, retired head of sculpture at the School of the Art Institute. Other art on display includes ceramics, glass, paintings, prints, sculpture, and studio furniture by 52 Midwestern artists. Friday, 4/10: 10am-8pm Saturday, 4/11: 10am-8pm

Bohemia

Bohemia 135 W. Main St., Urbana

For the festival, we are shining the spotlight on the incredible local artists who already call our boutique home. Come celebrate their work and discover the creativity that fills our shop everyday! Featuring Cindy Sampson, Crystal Hartman, Gaye Grant, Leslie Crowley, Beverly Notaro, Kinsey Fitzgerald, and Mollie Youngblood.   Friday 4/10 from 10-5 Saturday 4/11 from 10-7 Sunday 4/12 from 10-4

Spurlock Museum

Spurlock Museum 600 South Gregory, Urbana

Friday, April 10th - 10am-4pm Saturday, April 11th 10am-4pm Sunday, April 12th 12-4pm "Street Pavers" by Timothy J. Hickey is a series of short videos. The work features the historic brick streets of Champaign, Illinois and contains subtle, slow-paced imagery with quiet accompanying ambient audio. The point of view looks downward with a framework of bricks acting as a stage

Planted

Planted 16 E Washington Street, Champaign

The work of three local artists will be on display at Planted: Mary Bell of Woodmiration's selection of original watercolor paintings and prints with a focus on landscape, nature, and plants. She also is displaying several wood mosaic pieces and monstera leaf tables. Emmaline Ibarra of Loren Made's jewelry and decor using a mix of custom acrylic charms, pearls, and

Urbana Free Library

The Urbana Free Library 210 West Green Street, Urbana

Exploring Creative Photography with Mili Vishwakarma: Artist of the Corridor and Boneyard Workshop - This workshop offers a glimpse into creative photography, encouraging you to see beyond the obvious, break conventions, and, above all, create with joy and emotion. You'll learn how to get creative with the way you look at ordinary objects, and learn techniques for cameras and editing

Horizon Climbing

Horizon Climbing 1914 Round Barn Rd. Suite A, Champaign

The art gallery featuring Gertie Bakalus is located in Horizon Climbing's front lobby! Following our opening reception on April 11th at 6pm, guests are welcome to rock climb at half price ($10 per person). Further inside the gym, you can enjoy our mural artwork by Leslie Kimble. Our climbing gym welcomes adults and kids of all ages! Gertie Bakalus: The

AKA Yarns & Studio and Mother Ghost

Mother Ghost 14 E Washington Street, Champaign

AKA Yarns & Studio and Mother Ghost are thrilled to welcome the work of local artist, Hua Nian. Her exhibit features Nian's original paper-tearing artwork, celebrating motherhood and childhood. Friday April 10, 2026 11-5pm Saturday April 11, 2026 11-5pm Sunday April 12, 2026 1-5pm

Seating and More

Seating and More 1749 West Kirby, Champaign

Seating and More is proud to house the work of local artist, ArtbyDirt, who creates welded sculptures together exclusively from American-made motorcycle parts. From tiny tractors that fit in the palm of your hand to an eagle that takes up an entire corner, Dirt creates pieces of all shapes, subjects, and sizes in the spirit of benefit work. Dirt himself

Baldarotta’s Porketta & Sicilian Sausage

Baldarotta's Porketta & Sicilian Sausage 208 W. Griggs St., Suite 103, Urbana

Baldarotta's Presents "Art Ala Carte"! FEATURING: Christopher Reme | Digital illustrator and mixed media Sara Reme / Stone & Sparkle | functional art and sensory wellness, including bracelets and fidgets Fraya Replinger | photography Holly Lewis | drawing and painting (watercolor, pastel, ink, etc.), photography Gary Keeler | mixed media Katie Khau | digital, acrylic prints Claire Pritchard | digital

Age of Aquarius

Age of Aquarius 116 Lincoln Square Mall, Urbana

A duo showcase exhibit of two local artists- a painter and a craftsman. This exhibit merges their styles, bold colors and organic materials together, to be seen for the first time! A dedicated room within the shop is where guests can admire and purchase original works, sip a complementary mocktail, and be part of the celebration in the first public

NuEra Green Room

NuEra Champaign 102 East Green Street, Suite 101, Champaign

Featuring watercolor, photography, and mixed media from Nigel Yin, Mack Graham (Saturday & Sunday), and Bree Sykes (Sunday only)! nuEra proudly hosts local artists in our "Green Room" - this is a non-consumption space, alcohol/cannabis/tobacco use is not permitted. Friday 12–9:45 PM Saturday 12–9:45 PM Sunday 12–7 PM

The Cohen Exhibition Workshop

Cohen Building 136 Main, Urbana

Prairie Rivers Network and our friends at the Cohen Exhibition Workshop in Urbana present an exhibition exploring the future of the Illinois landscape—one shaped by restoration, resilience, and possibility. Illinois’ landscape tells a powerful story: fertile soils, vast prairies, winding rivers, and communities deeply connected to the land. Today, that landscape also holds extraordinary opportunity—to restore natural systems while building

Hound’s Court

Hounds Court 120 N Neil, Champaign

Two artists will be displaying their work at Hound’s Court and two additional artists will be located at the back bar, Dandy Hound. Saturday will feature performances at Hound’s Court, Dandy Hound and Hound’s Rest starting at 4pm until 9pm. Come browse the artists’ work while enjoying original musical performances and sipping a handcrafted cocktail featuring local ingredients. Patrick Knerr (Showing at

Gallery 103

Gallery 103 1 E Main St, #103, Suite 103, Champaign

Unique artwork with dimensional aspects. Interactive art pieces to enjoy! Calming landscapes and florals that draw you in. Charcoal Pencil Portraits. Come see for yourself! Also featuring "The Tree Of Pride"! Michelle Trautman - Acrylic on canvas, Ink, Foil Art, Dimensional Art, Reflective Art, Abstracts, Florals, Landscapes Shane Moseley - Charcoal Pencil Portraits Dana Overman - Acrylic on Canvas, Abstract

The Manor

The Manor 311 W University Avenue, Champaign

Artfully created scented paraffin candles, ceramic candleholders along with other ceramic creations, Spirit Lights and acrylic paintings of light filled landscapes. Jack Nibling, JAX-WAX candle art. Sharon Kerlin, ceramics Kathleen, acrylic paintings, calendars Jenny Kogen, Spirit Lights, ceramic Friday, April 10, 3-7pm Saturday April 11, 12-4pm Sunday April 12, 12-4pm

Quality

Quality Beer 110 N Neil, Champaign

Explore the intersection of policy and possibility in this multi-disciplinary exhibit. This show pairs data-driven maps on the Champaign-Urbana housing shortage with tactile found-object collages, evocative photography, and visionary architectural designs reimagining the Urbana Civic Center. Visitors are invited to "cut through the red tape" with hands-on interactive community installations. CUrbanism Club presents an exhibit of Champaign cartographic studies and

Webber House

The Webber House 607 East Main Street, Urbana

Visit our pop-up gallery, located in the historic Urbana Webber House. Snack and sip free refreshments while enjoying an inventive Children's Art Show that celebrates curiosity. There will be sculpture, drawings, and paintings by young artists in our Urbana Kids Art Collective. Exploring media and how they work: paper and wood, charcoal, pastel, paint, pencil and more. The artists make

Artists of Marm at the Lincoln Building

Lincoln Building 44 East Main Street, Champaign

The Artists of Marm include passionate creators in oil, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media, and fiber art Cards-original and prints. Their work is innovative and ever changing, an inspiration! Featuring: Leslie Barr Lorraine Graham Kathy Micek Sue Orr Ann Pimblott Tina Johnson Jeannie Vansickle Kelly Warner Live painting demonstration Saturday Opening reception Friday Collaborative painting by visitors Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Needful Things Warehouse Gallery

Needful Things Warehouse Gallery 100 N. Chestnut Street, Champaign

Fine art painter Beth Darling will be exhibiting vibrant landscapes of the southwest, local gardens and whimsical still lives. Jill Quisenberry will be exhibiting landscape watercolor paintings, acrylic paintings, paintings on tile and Santorini stone. Jill will also have book corners that are hand painted watercolor with gold leaf. April Lucas will be exhibiting repurposed antiques, mushroom art assemblages and

CU Glass

CU Glass 307 S. Neil St., Champaign

Glen C. Davies will feature an array of collage and assemblage art pieces and acrylic banner paintings Robb Springfield will exhibit his horizontal gouache landscape paintings of Urbana, Illinois Gerald Guthrie will exhibit his vintage cigar box automata mixed media objects Friday, April 10, 5-9pm Saturday, April 11, 12-5pm

Analog Wine Bar

Analog Wine Bar 129 N. Race St., Urbana

This exhibition will feature works from multiple artists that evoke a sense of “Wa,” including sumi-e, calligraphy, Japanese-inspired crafts (such as fabric corsages and handmade books), and watercolor paintings. Friday 4/10, 5-11pm Saturday 4/11, 5-11pm  

Khuri Art Studio

Khuri Art Studio 100 N Chestnut St, Suite 243, Champaign

The exhibit includes several artists' work of paintings, drawings, small sculptures, collaborative mural painting, DYI framing demonstrations, and live music. Located at 100 N Chestnut Street, Suite 243, Champaign, IL. 61820 Sally Burgett, a retired teacher, is a self-taught watercolorist who paints bright florals, including greeting cards that she sells through local businesses such as Art Mart. Lydia Khuri: Lydia's

Core Sample

115 W Main 115 W Main St, Urbana

An eclectic variety of painting styles and mixed media, and sculpture will be on display. FEATURING: - Jodi Birdwell - Julie Birdwell - M Ben Cohan - Darin Doty - Valentina Grant - Julia Hermosillo - Logan Ingold - Janelle Jorgensen - Zoya Kruse-Wu - Wes Morefield - John Odum - Leif Olson - Kuhu Shukla - Nicholas Stolle Friday,

The Twisted Coloring Book

Lincoln Building 44 East Main Street, Champaign

All of our artists are being featured and we are so thankful to each of them for being a part of The Twisted Coloring Book’s first Boneyard! From acrylic paintings, metal found object sculptures and jewelry, cosplay costumes to mixed media fiber art, ceramic sculpture, and digital paintings. We have a little bit of everything! We will have three workshops-

$35 – $40

International Prep Academy

International Prep Academy 1611 W. Kirby Ave, Champaign

Come see student artwork from International Prep Academy's first graduating 8th grade class and a collaborative piece created by 8th graders from all 5 middle schools in Champaign. Celebrate culture, identity and future aspirations through multiple interactive stations and a community map! K-8 students are invited to participate in hands-on activities that highlight creative careers such as graphic design, architecture/engineering,

The Crow

The Crow at 110 110 E University Avenue, Champaign

The “Growing Together” Art Show is coming to The Crow at 110 on Friday and Saturday, April 10–11, and you’re invited to dive into a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and resilience. Integrated art show featuring professional artists, art educators, community members, and artists who identify as having a disability.Join the excitement at the opening reception Friday, April 10 from

The One Main Art Show

Come visit a very talented and eclectic group of local artist. CU's Drink and Draw group will be showcasing a wide variety of art: from paintings, illustrations, photography, digital art, graphic tees, ceramics, sculptures, a interactive video installation, and so much more! We are located at the old Volition Game Studio on the 3rd Floor of One main in Champaign,

Boneyard Boulders

Boneyard Boulders 119 E. University Ave., Champaign

Boneyard Boulders will host Color and Form, an exhibition featuring 20+ artists working across a variety of mediums. Showcasing sculpture, painting, illustration, textile arts, and more, Color and Form brings together a wide range of artistic approaches in one shared space. Many of the participating artists will also have artwork available for purchase. For those seeking a more active, hands-on