Arts on Main
Sept. 20, 2025 | 11am - 3pm
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The annual Arts on Main festival takes place at the end of the summer throughout historic Coventry village. There are arts and crafts vendors, music, participatory children's art, face painting, strolling performances, poetry readings, youth art show, and a show of works by the Coventry Arts Guild members.
When: September 20, 2025 Where: Main Street near Bidwell Tavern, Coventry Rain Location: Coventry High School Parking and shuttle service from Patriots Park, 124 Lake Street. Coventry Handicap parking available in Coventry Village. |
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We are delighted to once again provide an opportunity for all kids and youth to make art on the lawn of Coventry Arts and Antiques, 1140 Main Street in the Village (next to the Booth and Dimock Memorial Library).
Starting at 11:00 am we will be creating a very large and colorful art installation. As well, kids can enjoy the experience of painting Carnival-style masks and other large cardboard sculptures.
We are delighted to once again provide an opportunity for all kids and youth to make art on the lawn of Coventry Arts and Antiques, 1140 Main Street in the Village (next to the Booth and Dimock Memorial Library).
Starting at 11:00 am we will be creating a very large and colorful art installation. As well, kids can enjoy the experience of painting Carnival-style masks and other large cardboard sculptures.
Join us to create some beautiful artwork!
All ages are welcome to participate.
Chalk will be provided to participants although you may supplement this with your own chalk. No oil pastels or wax crayons are permitted.
Tips for Artists:
You may want to bring something to sit or kneel upon as well as wear sunscreen and a hat.
Use chalk sparingly. Build up your layers, starting with a very light layer.
We recommend outlining all your major elements first.
Consider using one object as the focal point of your artwork—a face, an animal, etc. Small details are more difficult to achieve on a rough surface so think BIG AND DRAMATIC! We look forward to seeing your creation. We are looking forward to a day of creativity and fun for all!
Co-sponsored by the Booth and Dimock Memorial Library
All ages are welcome to participate.
Chalk will be provided to participants although you may supplement this with your own chalk. No oil pastels or wax crayons are permitted.
Tips for Artists:
You may want to bring something to sit or kneel upon as well as wear sunscreen and a hat.
Use chalk sparingly. Build up your layers, starting with a very light layer.
We recommend outlining all your major elements first.
Consider using one object as the focal point of your artwork—a face, an animal, etc. Small details are more difficult to achieve on a rough surface so think BIG AND DRAMATIC! We look forward to seeing your creation. We are looking forward to a day of creativity and fun for all!
Co-sponsored by the Booth and Dimock Memorial Library
Booth and Dimock Memorial Library
1134 Main Street
Will be the site for the Visual Artist members of the Coventry Arts Guild exhibit of their work in this, their premier gallery location in the town. Most artwork is for sale. inquire: info@coventryartsguild.org
Also featured will be exhibits of Coventry Student Artists, Fabric Design by Joyce Knowlton and Children's Book Illustration by Irina Trzaskos.
Mill Brook Place
1267 Main St.
The Poets' Corner will feature a distinguished featured reader as well as open mic format readings by other poetry, prose and children's author members and friends.
Sales of work by the authors will also be available.
Sales of work by the authors will also be available.
First Congregational Church
A dance performance will take place by students of the Can-Dance Studio in the community room at First Congregational Church (1:00pm)
For visitors who wish to wear their artistic statement, there will be facepainters near 1265 Main Street to provide that colorful and decorative embelishment.
Coventry Arts & Antiques - 1140 Main St.
* Shaylynn Jameson, featured Beadwork & Jewelry Artist ... Storewide - Textile Sale
Nathan Hale Antiques 1141 Main St.
Preserved Antiques - 1155 Main St.
Worn Yesterday - 1366 Main St.
* Shaylynn Jameson, featured Beadwork & Jewelry Artist ... Storewide - Textile Sale
Nathan Hale Antiques 1141 Main St.
Preserved Antiques - 1155 Main St.
Worn Yesterday - 1366 Main St.
Further down Main Street, a second stage located at “1153 Main Street” will be devoted to entertainment for children (of all ages). Visitors will have a chance to join an “On the Spot Jug Band” and Family Sing-a-Long (2:00pm) playing all kinds of rhythm instruments coordinated by Coventry’s Song-a-Day Music Center. An Instrument Petting Zoo also hosted by Song-a-Day Music instructors and students will be created for guests to have an up-close look at and try out various musical instruments.
Members of the Coventry High School Jazz Band will also provide music at noon.
Members of the Coventry High School Jazz Band will also provide music at noon.