In addition to the many wonderful offerings associated with the Governor's Derby Celebration, more than 25 downtown venues will open their doors to the public free-of-charge to showcase new area artists as well as established masters. Nearly 100 artists' work will be featured. Artwalk last two hours longer than Derby Celebration, until 2 p.m.
Also, there will be two (2) children's art activities, a free dance class for all ages with free refreshments and live music at some venues. The Trolley will be running Downtown loops to ferry you and to add to an enjoyable experience!
ArtWalk maps will be available at many Downtown locations and can be picked up at the DFI tent on Derby morning. DFI extends special thanks to Jim Beam Brands for sponsoring this event.
Kids' activities highlighted in red type.
Cornerstone Gallery (100 E Broadway) Roger Ballard photography exhibit and artist reception. Plus, the "Cornerstone Starving Artist Flea Market" displays the diverse works of numerous local artists in fun, flea market fashion. Music, food and more until 7pm. To register for "Flea Market" booth space, email biancaswall@yahoo.com
Capital City Museum (325 Ann St) On exhibit: a watercolor of the railroad depot; an early 19th century schoolgirl's sketchbook; portraits in oil of Mr. and Mrs. John Haly (a very prolific 19th century builder in Frankfort); oil portrait of Sanford Goin (local Civil War hero); oil portrait of Leslie Morris (Frankfort businessman who gave Fort Hill to the city); a watercolor of the Kentucky Governors' Mansion; a portrait in oil of "Tink" Greenwell (downtown Frankfort "urban pioneer"); a depiction in oil of the 19th century Capital Hotel; a watercolor rendering of the 20th century Capital Hotel; and, lots of photographs and posters.
Gibby's Deli (204 W Broadway) features a ceramic wall mural created by artists with developmental disability as participants of the Latitude Artist Community program. The mural was designed by Crystal Bader and Bruce Burris. Also on display... photographs of local scenes by Bill Rodgers.
Buddy's Pizza (212 W Broadway) Zach Newman, a senior photography major at NKU, shows prints documenting his Frankfort area explorations. NKU Studio Arts major Rachel Linnemann displays various printmaking techniques: cut outs from wood and linoleum block, zinc plate, line etchings and aquatints. Plus, works by the following artists: David Guess (painting); Wilhelm (photography); Gary Freeman (painting); Melissa Ann Raine (collage); and, Kristen Brewer (painting)
Broadway Clay (223 W Broadway) Come visit Broadway Clay for an exhibit of local potters and artists with demonstrations of hand-building and wheel-throwing throughout the day. Sign up for Adult or Children's classes, birthday parties or private lessons. Plus, local honey tasting.
Capital Gallery & Ellen Glasgow Studio (314 Lewis) invites you to Derby Breakfast in Downtown Frankfort, 8am until 2pm, pastries & juices. EXHIBITION: Dobree Adams - tapestries, photos, broadsides; Ellen Glasgow - paintings, monoprints; Laura Ross - new ceramics; Greg Seigel - new ceramics; Larkspur Press - handmade books and broadsides; plus, other works of art. Regular hours: Tue-Sat, 10-5. 502 223-2649
Capital Cellars (227 W Broadway) Folk Art by Emily W. Pitts: wine, ladies, horses and flowers
Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe (235 W Broadway) presents the art of oil painter Joanna Pregon. With fluid and sensual lines, Pregon's paintings reflect the interplay between conscious and subconscious levels of reality. Pregon's art depicts how nature and dreams can influence our imagination and perception of reality. The Kentucky Coffeetree Cafe is a proud sponsor of the arts, regularly hosting a wide variety of nationally-acclaimed musicians. Check out the full schedule at KentuckyCoffeetree.com
Completely Kentucky (237 W Broadway) On exhibition will be breathtaking gourd sculptures by Jennifer Zingg & outrageous copper jewelry by Dancin' Dog Designs - aka Dwayne Cobb. We are also excited to showcase the work of several new artists we "found" this year at KY Crafted: The Market and we'll be offering a free sampling of KY culinary traditions
For more than 20 years, Completely Kentucky has been your one stop shop by representing Kentucky's finest artisans and craftspeople from every nook in the state. We bring their innovative creations to you and your purchase supports over 650 KY family businesses. Stop in and experience the difference; there is always something new for you at Completely Kentucky. Thank you for 20 amazing years!!!
Also at Completely Kentucky…
"May Flowers": an Eco-Art project for all ages, facilitated by Good Shepherd School art teacher Jennifer Zingg and the The GSS Shimmering Shamrocks Art Club. This is a free "Make-It-and -Take-It" project sponsored by the GSS Run for the Gold.
Old State Capitol (300 W Broadway) Four new Paul Sawyier originals on display: "Rainy Day in Frankfort", "Old Capitol Hotel Portico", Drinking Fountain in Front of Post Office", "A Rainy Day at the Bridge".
DeSpain Studio & Gallery, LLC (329 W Broadway) Offering traditional and abstract paintings, fine art photography and original artists' greeting cards.
Irish Sea Celtic Shop (333 W Broadway) Displaying paintings and prints by area artists Roger Bain (Lexington, KY), Ina Sue Marlin (Oak Ridge, TN), R. Scott Coleman (Jackson, GA) and Kathy Garrison (Canton, GA).
Frankfort School of Ballet (St Clair & Broadway) Offering Body Jam (an improvisational dance experience for people of all ages to participate in) at 9:30 and 11:30. Student Dance Performances in the studio at 11:15. Children's Art on display throughout. www.frankfortballet.com
Vibrant Life (338 St Clair) Works of local artists on display. www.facebook.com/VibrantLifeFrankfort
Melissa's Cottage Café (334 St Clair) Assortment of paintings by local artists.
Three Elements Designs (332 St Clair St) invites you to stop by and explore a working studio with craftsman Robert Kirkman
Melanie's Café & Catering (328 St Clair) Local artwork on display.
Lloyd's Kentucky, Inc (200 W Main) History of the building and its murals: On March 18, 1916, the doors were opened on the new State National Bank Building at 200 West Main Street, Frankfort, Kentucky. The building was unique in that the exterior façade was complete with white terra cotta and granite. The inside west wall was bare until 1937 at which time Emil Terlinden was commissioned to paint three murals. Terlinden, 60 years old at the time, was from Cincinnati, Ohio.
Each mural represents an event or place in the history of Frankfort. The first mural is a painting of the old covered bridge at St. Clair Street. The second is a representation of General Lafayette being greeted by Senator John Brown's family at Liberty Hall. The third depicts Daniel Boone overlooking Frankfort from a high point at the Frankfort Cemetery.
The building is presently owned by John Paul Broderson and occupied by Lloys Kentucky, Inc., Patrick H. Talley, President.
Nitro of Frankfort (220 W Main) Carla Canonero Equine Art uniquely displayed in conjunction with Equine Artwear Clothing in celebration of Derby Day 2011! Artwalk Special: 20% off all Equine Clothing and Jewelry
Rodgers Studio (224 W Main) View the photographic art of Bill Rodgers in a window display.
The Woolery (239 W Main) Your local Fiber Arts Store. Spinning, Weaving, Felting, Knitting and Rug Hooking.
Bistro 241 (241 W Main) Assortment of paintings by local artists Sallie Clay Lanham, Keiko Stumbo and Bill Macintire.
McClure Building Art Studios (306 W Main)
Betty Beshoar Art Studio (Room 700) Come see my new oil paintings and wax encaustics that have been created over the winter and spring.
Mark Roberts (Rm 706) as "Fred the Shed" produces eye- catching jewelry made from found objects, recycled materials and custom pieces using your tiny treasures.
Walt Grabon (Rm 707) paints in oil and water color, most of which are scene paintings of the desert or the Gulf of Mexico.
Karen Carey (Rm 710) Colorful paintings in oils of mainly outdoor central Kentucky scenes. Offering free refreshments and live jazz by pianist Elise Melrood who composes and performs all types of music, now focusing on jazz.
Liberty Hall Historic Site (202 Wilkinson) The Orlando Brown House will be open from 9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. Original Paul Sawyier, Matthew Jouett, and other 19th century Kentucky artists are on display; gardens open. Tours of the exterior and historic kitchen of Liberty Hall offered at 10:30, 12 noon, 1:30, and 3:00 p.m. 202 Wilkinson St., 502-227-2560; go to www.libertyhall.org for complete list of activities.
Sweet Sarah's (200 W Second St) Paintings by local artists Sallie Clay Lanham, Paula Murphy & Emily W. Pitts
Also … Paintings, lithographs, mixed media works and photographs by 26 Kentucky artists are on display in the Governor's Derby Exhibit in the Capitol Rotunda.
Frankfort Transit will be running a shuttle bus service between downtown and the Capitol grounds during the Governor's Derby Celebration.