The Arts Commission is thrilled that, based on popular demand and years of requests by local artists, Artomatic 419 will return to Toledo for the first time since 2015!
This weekend, September 19-21, at the Erie Street Market. Entry is free and open to the public. Artwork, food, and drinks will be available for purchase.
This multi-day event provides indoor exhibition space to more than 100 visual artists, and also offers main stage and small stage performance areas for music, poetry, film, and other literary and performing artists.
Artomatic 419 celebrates the diversity of arts in Toledo in an accessible, inclusive format, builds community among artists, and increases awareness of, and appreciation for, the quality and breadth of Toledo arts.
The Artomatic 419 model brings together artists to co-create and execute this unique festival experience that numerous Toledo artists credit with getting their artistic careers off the ground.
Acclaimed local artist and Artomatic 419 Event Committee member, Amy Beeler said, “When I first participated and attended Artomatic 419, I found an inviting environment to share my work and connect with other artists in the area…The event and the atmosphere it creates are inspirational and lively, filled with the passion that each artist shares with their community. I am thrilled to be part of this event again and believe it will be another Artomatic 419 that we’ll be talking about for years to come.”
Event Schedule:
Friday, September 19 | 5pm – 9pm
Saturday, September 20 | 2pm – 10pm
Sunday, September 21 | 11am – 3pm
“The strength of Artomatic 419 is its diversity and the countless connections it builds between people, organizations, and audiences. Disparate creative folks work together to create an event, a show, with a cohesion that allows one to see a rendering of the local creative community. It allows artists and performers to get some reps in their chosen field of creativity and offers a showcase for their talents that is accessible to anyone who wants to attend.
It’s a snapshot of the creative community at a moment in time. A convening of creative people who might not ordinarily meet, in a venue that would otherwise sit empty and unexplored. The sensibility of the community enlivens the space. Every person is invited, regardless of their level of expertise or years of experience, to contribute to making this event successful”, said Kelly McGilvery, Artomatic 419 Event Committee.
Visit https://theartscommission.org/events/artomatic-419 for more details.