The Guildโs Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair to take over South University section of annual event
ANN ARBOR โ The Ann Arbor Art Fair is the largest juried art fair in the country, and event organizers just announced a major change for the 2021 fair and beyond. Until now, the event has consisted of four fairs that seamlessly create what appears to be one massive fair: the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair, the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original, the South University Art Fair and the State Street Art Fair. AdSince the South University Area Association dissolved in December 2020, it was unclear what would happen with this yearโs fair. Although the South University Area Association plans to regroup sometime this year, art fair was not on the table. โMoving forward we will do everything we can to respect the integrity and history of the Ann Arbor South University Fair while also incorporating some of the Guildโs structures,โ wrote Delhey.
Artist applications open for 2021 Ann Arbor Street Art Fair
Attendees view art made by Nicario Jimenez at his booth at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original. (Courtesy: Ann Arbor Art Fair)ANN ARBOR, Mich. โ Artists far and wide can now apply to be a part of The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original. Held in July, the art fair has been operating since 1960 and joined every year by Tree Townโs three other art fairs during what is collectively known as Ann Arbor Art Fair. In 2015, it was named a top art fair by a USA TODAY Readerโs Poll. AdLearn more about The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original here.
Gutman Gallery in downtown Ann Arbor accepting submissions for upcoming exhibition
The Gutman Gallery is accepting submissions from all artists for its upcoming exhibition that kicks off on March 19, 2021. The exhibition will run at the gallery at 118 N. 4th Ave. March 19-May 1. The Guild of Artists & Artisans presents the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair -- the Ann Arbor Art Fairโs largest fair -- each year. AdThe Gutman Gallery opened on Feb. 14, 2020 as a fine arts and events space featuring items for sale by The Guildโs member artists. For more information and to see more upcoming events at the gallery, visit www.theguild.org/gutman_gallery.
Glass artist known for social media scavenger hunts in Ann Arbor launches miniature art exchange
The Take Art Leave Art box and gallery in Shawn Bungo's yard in Ann Arbor. ANN ARBOR โ When glass artist Shawn Bungo and his wife moved to Tree Town from Knoxville, Tennessee six months ago, they knew moving to a new city during a pandemic would be a challenge. โBeing a glass artist, you have a lot of pieces that donโt come out, so thatโs what started that,โ said Bungo. Bungo constructed a Take Art Leave Art box and gallery outside his home on Ann Arborโs south side. โI just recently put it back up two weeks ago and I shared it with the Ann Arbor Townies group on Facebook,โ said Bungo.
Principal sues Ann Arbor Public Schools; U-M's new solar car; worst weather yet for Art Fair?
Mother Nature came out in full force during the Ann Arbor Art Fair last week. Hear WEMU's interview with the executive director of the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original as she recounts the unusually challenging conditions this year. - Meredith (@meredith_A4)What's been happening: A white principal has made national headlines after she filed a $5 million lawsuit against Ann Arbor Public Schools, claiming racial discrimination. - Douglas Kelly, city of Ann Arbor director of golf Have something to share? All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Local 4 was at the Ann Arbor Art Fair!
We got the chance to meet some members of the community when they stopped by our booth at the Ann Arbor Art Fair this past Thursday and Friday. Despite the heat and the rain, the community flooded the streets of Ann Arbor this weekend to support the arts. The event, which is one of the largest outdoor art fairs in the country, turns the streets of Ann Arbor into a gallery for artists to showcase and sell their work. If you want to be notified about other events going on in Ann Arbor, you can sign up for the newsletter HERE. Just type in your email address, scroll down, and click on All About Ann Arbor!
Ann Arbor Art Fair begins; excessive heat warning; the Diag gets a facelift
The 60th Ann Arbor Art Fair kicked off yesterday with large crowds and hot temperatures. (A4)Art Fair: We were live at Art Fair on Live in the D yesterday as the largest juried art fair in the country opened for business. We met up with one of the fair's directors early Wednesday morning when the streets of downtown Ann Arbor were completely empty to find out. (Eater Detroit)Feature interview of the week:"I think we do a good job of not only representing Pride but of representing Ann Arbors really diverse community within our Pride." - Joe Schoch, co-director of Ann Arbor Pride Have something to share?
If you're going to Ann Arbor Art Fair, take steps to protect yourself from dangerous heat
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Despite the extremely hot conditions, the Ann Arbor Art Fair has taken over the city's downtown area, with thousands expected to visit over the weekend. High humidity combined with near-record heat will lead to dangerous conditions for those who are not prepared. Staying in an air-conditioned area is important during a heat wave like this one. Local 4's Mara MacDonald was at the art fair Friday to see how officials are bracing for the heat. Misters were spread throughout the fair and paramedics are expected to be riding through the fair all weekend.
Excessive Heat Warning for Ann Arbor Art Fair weekend
We're under an Excessive Heat Warning through 8 p.m. Saturday. Heat indices will peak during the afternoon hours in the 100 to 110 degree range. Low temperatures will only fall into the 70s each night limiting the possible relief from the heat. Check on senior citizens and take care of your pets -- here's what to do if your dog gets heatstroke. The Ann Arbor Art Fair is underway!
Ann Arbor Art Fair 2019: Here's what you can expect.
The four-day event bills itself as Four art fairs, one event. There is the State Street Art Fair, The Summer Art Fair, The South University Art Fair, and the original Street Art Fair. Tessers, whos been participating in the Art Fair for the past six years, says she keeps coming back the Ann Arbor Art Fair customer base. Parts of the Ann Arbor Art Fair have been around decades with some of the individual arts fair celebrating 50 years and others 60 years. Meredith has a complete guide to the Ann Arbor Art Fair online on All About Ann Arbors website: allaboutannarbor.comThe Art Fair starts Thursday, July 18th and runs through Sunday, July 21st. Check more information about the Ann Arbor Art Fair here.
Behind the scenes at Ann Arbor Art Fair setup day
ANN ARBOR - What does it take to set up the largest juried art fair in the country? Meredith Bruckner went to find out as the streets closed in Ann Arbor Wednesday morning ahead of the 60th annual Ann Arbor Art Fair. Watch her interview with Frances Todoro-Hargreaves, the executive director of the State Street District and the fair that's home to some of the most iconic locations in Ann Arbor. Like what you're reading? All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Get s'more out of Ann Arbor Art Fair with L.L.Bean Bootmobile...
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Leg it over to downtown Ann Arbor this weekend to visit the L.L.Bean Bootmobile and Ann Arbor Art Fair crafters sections. Parked on South University Avenue, the L.L.Bean Bootmobile is visiting Ann Arbor to help fair attendees to get smore out of the summer. The Ann Arbor State Street Art Fairs Hand-Crafters Marketplace will be held in two places, the 500 block of William Street and the 400 block of Maynard Street. The Hand-Crafters Marketplace is new to the Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair this year and is intended to showcase the artwork created by expert handcrafters. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Rhonda is back! Heat wave in full effect
"A tall ship cruising through Marine City on its way to Bay City." Watch out for some construction today on Middlebelt Road at I-94, right near Detroit Metro Airport. There will be a lot of viewers happy to see Rhonda Walker back on Local 4 today! Red Wings street hockey tour in Royal Oak The Red Wings street hockey tour is in Royal Oak today! Today's Featured Photo: "A tall ship cruising through Marine City on its way to Bay City."
Sneak a peek at food vendors on Main Street at Ann Arbor Art Fair
Photo | MaxPixelANN ARBOR, Mich. - While eating at a restaurant in Ann Arbor is a joyous experience, getting a table or reservations downtown can be especially tricky during the Art Fair season. Skip the long lines and wait times by hitting up one (or many) or these food vendors during this year's Ann Arbor Art Fair. All of the Main Steet vendors are in the section of the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair between the Ann Arbor Art Center and Grange Kitchen & Bar. Look for the green-and-white knife-and-fork icon on the Ann Arbor Art Fair map. Read Four fairs, one event, hundreds of restaurants: recommendations for Ann Arbor Art Fair first-timers to get some ideas.
Live music at the Ann Arbor Art Fair brings myriad of musical styles to downtown stages
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Spanning 30 city blocks, the Ann Arbor Art Fair brings in almost half a million people into the downtown Ann Arbor area every year. Along with the thousands of pieces of artwork, live music is also on display for Art Fair attendees. Heres our round of whos-who, whos-where and whos-when during the musical portion of the Ann Arbor Art Fair. The Ann Arbor Art Fair contributes significantly to the cultural fabric of Ann Arbor, bringing over a thousand visual artists, dozens of musical artists and thousands of visitors to our community each year, said Maureen Riley, Ann Arbor Art Fair spokesperson. It is like no other Art Fair in the country.For updates and more information about musical performances, look for updates in the activities and entertainment page on the Ann Arbor Art Fair website.
Street closures to know about heading into Ann Arbor Art Fair week
Ann Arbor's Main Street during the 59th Ann Arbor Art Fair on July 21, 2018. (Photo: Meredith Bruckner)ANN ARBOR - From Townie Party to the Ann Arbor Art Fair, next week will see more downtown street closures than any other week out of the year. Ann Arbor Art FairWhen: 6 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, through Monday, July 22Liberty from South Ashley to South State Street; Ashley Street, Fourth Avenue, Fifth Avenue and Division Street will remain open to through traffic. Thayer, from North University, including the North University intersection, to East Washington. South State Street from East Washington Street to Madison.
From kids' wristbands to first aid stations: Guide to safety at Ann Arbor Art Fair
ANN ARBOR - An event like the Ann Arbor Art Fair -- think crowds of people in sweltering heat -- brings along with it safety challenges. The city of Ann Arbor has developed several methods to keep attendees safe throughout the four-day event, which runs July 18-21. The city of Ann Arbor also urges fairgoers to help keep the event safe. "As with any community event -- and even in day-to-day routines -- we should always be aware of our surroundings," Ann Arbor Deputy Police Chief Jason Forsberg said in a statement. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Four fairs, one event, hundreds of restaurants: recommendations for Ann Arbor Art Fair first-timers
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - For first-timers to the Ann Arbor Art Fair, not only is navigating the throngs of tourists and booths downtown difficult but choosing a place to eat among Ann Arbors many eateries is daunting. Location: South University Street, Church Street, East University StreetMaize and Blue DelicatessenBelly DeliAmer'sGood Time Charleys Oasis GrillInsomnia CookiesRich JCThe Blue LeprechaunLocation: South University Avenue, Ingalls Mall, North University Avenue. While other art fairs are close to restaurants, the Street Art Fair brings food to the masses. You can also find food vendors at the South University Art Fair and the Summer Art Fair. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Driving to Ann Arbor Art Fair? Four parking tips to make your trip easier
ANN ARBOR - Anyone who's been to the Ann Arbor Art Fair will tell you it is crowded, and big crowds mean finding a parking spot can be difficult. The 2019 Ann Arbor Art Fair runs from July 18-21 and is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Parking shuttlesThis year, Ann Arbor Art Fair shuttle parking will be at Briarwood Mall and Huron High School. Beware of time limits for a given spot -- parking officers in Ann Arbor are thorough. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Family-friendly activities to look for at Ann Arbor Art Fair this year
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - From an Art Demo zone to kids crafts, the Ann Arbor Art Fair in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor offers family-friendly activities and fun to even the smallest of art appreciators. The Ann Arbor Art Fair has something for everyone. Credit: Ann Arbor Summer Art FairDIY Art Activity ZoneA free DIY Art Activity Zone on Ingalls Mall will be open to artists of any age from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 18 through July 20, and noon to 6 p.m. on July 21. Not sure how to survive the Art Fair? Check out Here are four hacks Ann Arbor Art Fair insiders swear byAll About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Here are four hacks Ann Arbor Art Fair insiders swear by
ANN ARBOR - The Ann Arbor Art Fair is a massive event that spans four days and 30 blocks in the downtown area. With over 1,000 artists to see, and restaurants and shops to stop in along the way in the heat of summer, Art Fair can be ... a lot. Luckily, we caught up with some of the event's directors, who shared their best tips for doing Art Fair the right way. Visitors stroll through the rain at the 59th Ann Arbor Art Fair on July 20, 2018. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Your guide to the 2019 Ann Arbor Art Fair
ANN ARBOR - The Ann Arbor Art Fair is just around the corner and with nearly half a million visitors attending each year and more than 1,000 artists, it is the largest juried art fair in the country. The nonprofit fairs include:Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original (60 years)Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair (52 years)Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair (50 years)Ann Arbors South University Art Fair (20 years)Each fair has its own jurying process and character. Last year, we observed both the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original and the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair's jury sessions. Attendees view art made by Nicario Jimenez at his booth at the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original. For updates, you can find the Ann Arbor Art Fair on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.