Historic Walnut Grove Farm is celebrating 39 years on the Knox County Scenic Drive. Specializing in handmade art, music, homemade food, and family fun is the Barn Fest at Walnut Grove Farm. Local youth can showcase their talents with the Kids Rock the Arts contest on October 3 & 4, 10 & 11. The farm is located ½ mile north of Knoxville, IL. For a schedule of events and directions, go to www.Barn-Fest.com. Kids Rock the Arts Contest at Walnut Grove Farm is sponsored by Blick Art Materials and the Galesburg Community Arts Center during the Knox County Scenic Drive.
Artists from Kindergarten through the 12 th grade are encouraged to bring their original art to the Galesburg Community Arts Center at 349 E Main before September 26 by 3 PM. Youth two-dimensional artwork will be displayed at Walnut Grove Farm and judged by artist Calista Schultz. Blick Art Materials will provide the winners with gift certificates for a shopping experience at Blick’s retail store. All kids who enter can choose from the art supply grab bag given by Blick Art Materials when they pick up their art on October 11 at Walnut Grove Farm. Further details about the youth art contest are available on the webpage at www.Barn-Fest.com or by calling (309) 337-5354.