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Hessel, on the shores of the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, has been the home to the Festival of Arts since 1975.
The Festival is held in conjunction with the Antique Wooden Boat Show in Hessel, and draws crowds of thousands annually.
A local jury selects participants based on media, quality, and originality.
The resulting show features up to 70 participants, offering a widely diverse selection of quality work whose media range from jewelry, painting, ceramics, fiber, glass, mixed media and others for Festival goers.
Some work reflects local themes of our natural splendor, Native American culture and boats and boathouses, while others reflect the great quality and craftsmanship of our artists. |
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37th Annual 2012 Les Cheneaux Festival of Arts
and 35th Annual Les Cheneaux Antique Wooden Boat Show
Sponsored by the Les Cheneaux Historical Association
Saturday, August 11, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Hessel Waterfront
Artists and craftsmen are invited to apply to be considered
for this juried show of up to 70 artists.
Approximately eight thousand visitors usually attend.
Applications must be postmarked by March 15 to be considered for jury. Notification by May 1, 2012. |
These combined events are supported by a tremendous group of local volunteers and attract crowds of eight to ten thousand visitors. Food is available before and during the events, including a Pancake Breakfast, Whitefish Sandwiches and ice cream topped with locally produced Maple Syrup. |
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