Art Spectacular
September 13 - September 14
Art Spectacular at the Carillon
A juried Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair Ranked in “The Best 200 Fine Art Shows in America for 10 Years” by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
Art Spectacular is the only art fair in Springfield and Central Illinois with this distinction.
MISSION: It is our mission to foster the appreciation and enjoyment of the visual and performing arts and cast bells. At Art Spectacular this will be done by combining beautiful original artwork by juried artists, in a beautiful park setting, with beautiful music by local musicians and one of the world’s finest carillons – for the sight and sound enjoyment of art lovers in the Central Illinois area.
DATES:
September 13, 2025 – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
September 14, 2025 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(Held annually on the 2nd full weekend of September)
Art Spectacular at the Carillon
A juried Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair Ranked in “The Best 200 Fine Art Shows in America for 10 Years” by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
Art Spectacular is the only art fair in Springfield and Central Illinois with this distinction.
MISSION: It is our mission to foster the appreciation and enjoyment of the visual and performing arts and cast bells. At Art Spectacular this will be done by combining beautiful original artwork by juried artists, in a beautiful park setting, with beautiful music by local musicians and one of the world’s finest carillons – for the sight and sound enjoyment of art lovers in the Central Illinois area.
DATES:
September 13, 2025 – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
September 14, 2025 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(Held annually on the 2nd full weekend of September)
Chair: Connie Heskett
[email protected] or 217-306-1838
ADMISSION? Free.
PARKING? Free Parking in the Park and the surrounding side streets.
PETS? Sorry, No. For the safety of pets, people, and artwork, only licensed Service Animals are allowed.
What is Art Spectacular? It is a multi-experience festival of art and music. Founded in 2006 by Rees Carillon Society Board Member, Barb Walker, Art Spectacular is a professionally juried fine art and craft show featuring collector and museum-quality works of art and crafts. Over two days, Art Spectacular attracts approximately 5,000 attendees. Works of art and crafts range from $50 to $7,500.
2024 Artist Award Winners:
Best of Show – Kent Epler – Sculpture
1st Place Fine Art – Tony Rubba – Watercolor
1st Place Fine Craft – Pat Kroth – Fiber
2nd Place Fine Art – Courtney Farquharson – Printmaking
2nd Place Fine Craft – T.J. Potter – Jewelry
Best New Artist – Steve Martin – Wood
Favorite Artist – Cheryl Baker – Printmaking Digital
With our Thanks to These
Generous 2024 Sponsors:
*REES CARILLON SOCIETY*
*SPRINGFIELD PARK DISTRICT*
*THE CARILLON BELLES*
*WASHINGTON PARK BOTANICAL GARDEN*
MEDIA SPONSOR
EVENT SPONSOR
GOLD
LAURIE & DAVID FARREL
BRIAN D MILLER, M.D. & JULIE A. LOVE, NBA,NBC-HWC
SILVER
CARILLONNEUR’S CLUB
CEFCU
TROXELL
PRESIDENT’S CLUB
BJ GRAND SALON & SPA
BUNN
UNITED COMMUNITY BANK
SPONSOR
BY-PASS AUTOBODY
LAMBERT CUSTOM POOLS, INC.
P.H. BROUGHTON & SONS
PREMIERE AUDIO VISUAL, INC.
GREGORY P. SGRO
WARREN-BOYNTON STATE BANK
STAAB FUNERAL HOME
FRIEND
RYAN ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS
FAMILY SPONSORS
LINDA DISTLEHORST
F.LUCILLE FOSTER
LORRAYNE TOUCH GERMAN
VICTORIA HUNTER GERMAN
LINDA WILLIAMS HAMMER
TOM & JUNE HARMON
ANN & GREG HURST
JOE & LYNN MCMENAMIN
THE NOLL FAMILY
KATHRYN RANSOM
KATHY & MILT SEES
LESLIE SGRO
DON & WANDA TRACY
CARLO & STEPHANIE VAN ULFT
BARB WALKER
DIANA WIDICUS & MIKE DAVIS
SHARON K. ZOOK
IN-KIND SPONSORS
CENTRAL ILLINOIS FOOD BANK
DAIRY QUEEN ON WABASH
HARVEST MARKET
HY-VEE
IHOP ON WABASH
MEIJER
MEL-O-CREAM DONUTS
PASFIELD GOLF COURSE
PEPSI COLA
RAISING CAIN’S CHICKEN FINGERS
ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE, SPRINGFIELD
STARBUCKS ON MONROE
SUPER WASH® CAR WASH
VONO MEDICAL SUPPLIES
With our Thanks to These Talented 2024 Musicians:
Every Hour on the Hour: Carlo van Ulft – Carillonist, Rees Memorial Carillon
| Time | Saturday: | Sunday: |
|---|---|---|
| 10:15 |
Sangamon Woodwind Consort |
Trinity Wind Ensemble |
| 11:15 |
Prairie Winds Flute Ensemble |
Brass Quintet |
| 12:15 |
Four Squared Multiple Woodwind Quartet |
Bellacappella |
| 1:15 |
“Extension Chords” 4-part Sweet Adelines Group, Sound Celebrations Chorus |
The Springfield Saxes |
| 2:15 |
Harp’s Delight |
Old Times Tunes (String Trio) |
| 3:15 |
Slidin’ By – Trombone Quartet |
SPONSORS & DONORS
Please contact Barb Walker at 217-787-3532 or [email protected]
MUSICIANS
Would you like to showcase your talent and donate an hour or two of your time for the benefit of Springfield’s historical musical treasure, the Rees Memorial Carillon?
Please contact Connie Heskett at [email protected], (217) 306-1838
VOLUNTEERS
To be an awesome volunteer, please click on the blue button above for a Volunteer Application Form; or please contact Connie Heskett at [email protected], (217) 306-1838
50 Volunteers are needed in half-day or full-day shifts (no split shifts, please):
- Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm -or- 8 am-Noon -or- 11:00 am-5:00 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 am-5:30 pm -or- 8:00 am-1:00 pm -or- Noon-5:30 pm
- Sunday 4 pm – 7 pm: 8:00 am-4:30 pm -or- 8:00 am-1:00 pm -or- Noon-4:30 pm -or- 4:00 pm-7:30 pm
- Friday: Event set-up
- Saturday and Sunday: staffing for the parking lot, gates, gift basket raffle, kids’ art sale, hospitality, refreshments on wheels, etc.
- Sunday: 4 pm – 7 pm: Event break-down and pack-up.