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Bishop Hill Arts Council
P.O. Box
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Bishop Hill, IL 61419
Bishop Hill State Historic Site (309) 927-3345
Bishop Hill Heritage Association (309) 927-3899
http://www.bishophillartscouncil.com/
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Programs of the Bishop Hill Arts Council are partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency
...will be held in the park in historic Bishop Hill, IL, on Saturday August 14, 2010 from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Home made pies and ice cream will be served in the park. The ice cream is provided by the Bishop Hill Colony Bakery.
The event is sponsored by Bishop Hill Heritage Association Board members. The BHHA was formed in 1962 after the loss of one of the Colony's buildings. Its purpose is to assist in the restoration of as many Colony buildings as possible and to preserve the Colony's heritage. Thousands of visitors come to Bishop Hill yearly to experience life in days gone by as lived by the original Swedish immigrants. Members of the BHHA keep the 164-year-old Colony alive and thriving; BHHA funds support the care of the Steeple Building museum, Colony Store, Blacksmith Shop, Dairy Building and the Cobbler Shop.
The Pie in the Park and Ice Cream Social is held in conjunction with the 4th Annual Bishop Hill Clay and Fiber Fest hosted by the Prairie Arts Center on both Saturday and Sunday. The festival provides the public with an opportunity to see clay and fiber projects made from start to finish. The public is encouraged to participate in both clay and fiber arts.
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...Preparations are well underway for the fourth annual Bishop Hill Clay and Fiber Festival 2010. The event has something for every one of all ages. Watch ceramic artists demonstrate the art of throwing on the potter?s wheel. Also, see them fire a variety of kilns such as raku, primitive pit and horse hair. Potters will also have wares for sale.
In addition to pottery, see a wide variety of fiber artists demonstrate in the Bishop Hill Park. There will also be make and take weaving and felting projects.
Also while in the park be sure to enjoy pie and ice cream sponsored by the Bishop Hill Heritage Association.
One of the highlights of the event is the annual soup supper. Purchase a bowl of homemade soup and keep the original handmade bowl. Tickets are just $10.00 and can be purchased at the Prairie Arts Center in the Historic Blacksmith Shop. The sell out dinner benefits the Bishop Hill Arts Council and The Bishop Hill Heritage Association. Money will go toward education in the arts in Bishop Hill.
In addition to many area business sponsorships, Shimpo Ceramics and Great Lakes Clay will be on hand this year offering corporate sponsorship. Hosted by the Prairie Arts Center. 309-927-3008.
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11:30 a.m.?Traditional Chicken Dinner
12:15 p.m.?High Society Band Concert
1:30 p.m.?Program?featuring as speakers Bishop Hill Colony Descendents
Sponsor: Bishop Hill Old Settlers? Assoc.
2 p.m.-4 p.m. Sponsor: Bishop Hill Old Settlers? Assoc.
agrarian heritage, this event features traditional 19th century harvest activities and demonstrations, hands-on activities, music, farm produce, vintage baseball, and Colony stew. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sponsors: Bishop Hill State Historic Site & Illinois Historic Preservation Agency.
Meet a variety of Midwest authors. Genre includes fiction, suspense, historic, children and more.
Authors sell and sign their books and read selected passages from their work. Colony Blacksmith Shop, second floor. 815-646-4748, 309-927-3008 or 309-927-3899.
Special memories can be made throughout the holiday season. Some museums and shops close or reduce hours in the Winter. Please call ahead for additional information.
Sights, sounds, and aromas of Christmas past. Swedish folk characters roaming the village. Special Music, Swedish food specialties, abundance of handmade wares, folk art, and antiques.
Select from a large array of delicious holiday cookies, homemade by community?s bakers. Location: Bishop Hill Steeple Building.
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Traditionally decorated shops and museums.
Encounter Swedish folk characters roaming the village. Special Music, Swedish foods, unique gifts, and more.
Chocolate Walk at Steeple Building - both days from 9-4p.m.
Select homemade chocolate delicacies for your holiday enjoyment.
Festival of Lights. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. ?Lucias? serve coffee and sweets in museums and shops. Special music at various village locations. Performers include the Peoria Cooperative Academy Chorale. Sponsors: Bishop Hill State Historic Sites & Ilinois Historic Preservation Agency. Shops are open 6-9p.m.
Candlelight nondenominational service conducted in English and Swedish. Coffee and rusk served following service. Location to be announced.
Additional information?phone 309-927-3345 unless otherwise noted.
TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM DATES AND TIMES REGARDING 2010 EVENTS.
*Programs of the Bishop Hill Arts Council are partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.
Information for regional lodging and attractions can be obtained by contacting the Henry County Tourism Bureau, www.visithenrycounty.com or 877-436-7926