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7 art events you should check out this summer in Northern Illinois

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ART IN BLOOM

Cantigny Park, Wheaton
June 17-18

Enjoy the sprawling gardens at the 500-acre Cantigny Park while taking in the artwork of more than 70 juried artists. Food trucks will be available onsite and there will be opportunities to partake in a craft of your own. Admittance is free with paid parking; more details can be found by visiting Cantigny.org.
ART IN BLOOM

Cantigny Park, Wheaton
June 17-18

Enjoy the sprawling gardens at the 500-acre Cantigny Park while taking in the artwork of more than 70 juried artists. Food trucks will be available onsite and there will be opportunities to partake in a craft of your own. Admittance is free with paid parking; more details can be found by visiting Cantigny.org.
ART ON THE FOX

Downtown Riverfront Park, Algonquin (one block north of Algonquin Road)
June 17-18

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this art show features a variety of art for sale in a variety of media. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Visit ArtontheFox.com for more information.
GENEVA ARTS FAIR

100 S. Third Street
July 22-23

Voted as one of the top 200 art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine, the Geneva Arts Fair attracts more than 140 artists every year. From drawing, painting and sculpture to ceramics, textiles and jewelry, there is plenty for fest-goers to enjoy or purchase. Visit genevachamber.com for further information.
ART AND SOUL ON THE FOX

Downtown Elgin
August 5-6

Watch as Grove Avenue and Spring Street transform into an art marketplace extravaganza at the 9th annual Art and Soul on the Fox. Admission and parking are free, and a full list of the weekend’s events can be found by visiting elginartandsoul.com.
WEST END ARTS FAIR

Stone Avenue Station, La Grange
Sept. 9-10

For the 22nd year, the West End Arts Festival will be back with an array of art, live music, and food.  This event is perfect for the whole family, with kids arts events, face painting, and even culinary demonstrations with local chefs. Visit lgba.com for more information.
AMERICAN CRAFT EXPOSITION

Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe
Sept. 15-17

The 33rd Annual American Craft Exposition will be bringing more than 140 artisans and their handcrafted pieces to the Botanical Garden for a one-of-a-kind juried show. The work is in 12 different media, including baskets, ceramics, fiber wearable, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, mixed media and much more. Tickets are $30 for a three-day admission pass with parking, $45 for a two three-day passes and parking, and GA admission is $15 at the door. In addition, there will be a preview party from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for $175 in advance or $200 at the door. Visit americancraftexpo.com for more information.
RIVERWALK ART FAIR

Downtown Naperville
Sept. 16-17

Nestled on the banks of the DuPage River, the Naperville Riverwalk is the perfect place to sit back and enjoy the scenery as well as artwork from the juried artists in one of the most notable art shows of the year. With an expected attendance of more than 70,000 people for the 32nd annual event, it’s an event not to be missed. More information is available at downtownnaperville.com.