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Join Fairfield First Fridays,
Join Fairfield First Fridays on November 7th from 6 to 9:30 p.m., for a night of art and fun! This event is a “passport” event. Stop in any of the participating galleries, get your “passport” stamped at each location, fill out your information and return to ICON before 9:30 pm to be entered to win a piece of art from a local artist. The winner will be drawn at 9:30 pm, you do not have to be present to win!
The works to choose from, by local artists, will be on display at ICON.
We have eight participating galleries! They are ICON, Fairfield CoLab, Cindy’s ArtBeat, Carnegie Historical Museum, Crest Jewel, Americus Diamond, The International Artisan Gallery and Fairfield Art Association.
There will be many other venues and shops open for the evening on and around the square.
Passport Locations and information below:
Americus Gallery-100 W. Burlington Ave. - "Americus Gallery will be showing Christopher Kufner's original oil paintings, featuring Italian/French Landscapes, and Figurative works. Also, showing original oil paintings by Kim Kufner, original graphite works of art by Dale Divoky featuring his koi fish designs, Original watercolor and ink paintings by Genevra Bell, Art Glass Vases by David Lotton, Leaping Koi sculptures by Dale Divoky, Kristin Ford’s Jewelry with Meaning, many of which are one of a kind, and Custom dichroic glass jewelry by Pedro Lujano. Also, beautiful New Crystals for your home are available for purchase from our recent buying trip! Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Thursday 11 – 5, ArtWalk Friday 11 - 9 (normally Friday is 11 - 5), Saturday 11 – 3. Passport Location.
Carnegie Historical Museum 112 S. Court St. Heritage Farms of Jefferson County. Open 6-8pm. The Carnegie Historical Museum will be highlighting one Heritage Farm per month. Heritage Farms are those which have been in the same family for 150 years of more. Jefferson County has fourteen farms which have received this recognition. The museum has established a special exhibit case so that each family, in rotation, will have the opportunity to share their story and display their special artifacts. Each Heritage Farm will have their display for a one-month time period and the following month’s First Friday will feature the next honored farm family. Passport Location.
Cindy's Art Supply Store and Henderson's Gallery -53 W. Broadway Ave. open from 1 - 5, and again from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 35 Artists on display. Ceramic bowls, mugs, plates and vases by Fairfield artisan, Kasie Clemmons, and Burlington artisan, Lillian Rubin. New pastel paintings by John Evans, retired art teacher from Pekin High School. Also, Mark Shafer's prints on greeting cards. Chaz Alley has joined the team of volunteers and will have new artwork up. Always a great place to stop in, grab your supplies and see all of the new pieces! Passport Location.
Crest Jewel- 48 N. Main St.- Crest Jewel will be open for the Gallery Hop from 7 to 9:30 PM. Showing abstract art, mostly originals with some prints from David Kupferman, Wendy Stegall, also Miriam Kasin, Terrence Kennedy and others including spiritual art from India. Passport Location.
Fairfield Art Association (Inside the Civic Center)- MAIN GALLERY- Fairfield Art Association announces the Indian Hills Community College "Student Art Exhibition" in the Main Gallery at the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, Iowa. The show opens Friday, November 7 with a reception from 6-9 pm. Fine Arts and Graphic Design students at Indian Hills Community college will be exhibiting original artworks in a variety of mediums The Indian Hills art students are studying painting, drawing, 2-D Design, and ceramics in pursuit of associate degrees and professional certifications. The work displayed will include class assignments as well as recent artwork that students have completed independently. Passport Location.
Fairfield CoLab- 101 N. Court St. (old Iowa State Bank) The Visual Spectrums Collaborative Arts Project- a traveling exhibit that explores art for all eyes to enjoy. “Together we searched for and found a core collaborative group of artists and art appreciators excited to create a small, public, “visually inclusive” arts exhibit. As a group, we began exploring how visual works and exhibition spaces might be able to reach people of all kinds of visual abilities, such as using touch, sound, and even smell to convey the essence of a visual arts piece”. Passport Location.
ICON Gallery- 58 N. Main St. Mini Art Auction-Original art, over 100 pieces. All styles and all media-all under 5x7. Bid on your favorites. First Friday hours: 6:30 to 10:00. Passport Drop off Location for 9:30pm drawing.
International Artisan Gallery- 56 N. Main St. (Central Park Furnishings) 125 artists. 300 works. 70+ countries. This unique exhibit showcases the collective voice of our creative humanity, bringing together original art and craft from around the world. Exhibit Dates: November 1 – February 8, Collection: 300 original works across multiple media, Pricing: Wide range—accessible for both the curious viewer and the serious collector. Whether you come to view, to be inspired, or to take home a one-of-a-kind piece, you’ll be part of a cultural experience that bridges art, community, and global connection. Passport Location.
Fairfield 1st Fridays Art Walk has grown to become Fairfield’s signature cultural event. Each month, the Art Walk celebrates creativity, culture and community and supports the arts in all forms, bringing diverse groups together to express their creativity and passion for the arts. Whether you enjoy touring art galleries, tasting incredible foods, watching wonderful performances, every 1st Friday fills the air with magic and fun for all.