Be among the first to discover the 2026 Krasl Art Fair plans at May’s Business After Hours. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber and KAC will host the event on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 5 – 7 pm. Come for drinks, light snacks, and networking.
At 6 pm, KAC will unveil the 64th Annual Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff commemorative design as well as the winner of a new can competition that will be featured as part of Art Fair weekend. The 2026 event, presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services, welcomes 172 artists from around the country to Southwest Michigan on July 11 and 12, 2026, and has been ranked as one of the top fairs for artists in the country.
In addition to networking and the unveiling of plans for 2026, guests will have access to 2026 Art Fair merchandise and be able to purchase Collectors’ Experience packages.
The Art Fair is a suggested donation event. Donations can be made at the entrances to the event.... ...Read Full Story
Sculpture in the Direct Method presents a dynamic conversation between generations of Black artists, exploring abstraction, representation, and political engagement in modern and contemporary practice. Featuring Isaac Duncan III, Ajene Cetawayo Williams, Richard Hunt, and Albert LaVergne, the exhibition highlights how material, form, and concept intersect to reflect both personal and collective histories.
The works on view range from bold abstraction to nuanced representation, moving between politically engaged statements and more meditative explorations of gesture and form. Across sculpture and painting, the exhibition demonstrates the breadth and complexity of Black artistic expression.
By bringing together artists from two generations, the exhibition invites consideration of how ideas, techniques, and perspectives evolve while remaining grounded in cultural experience and artistic inquiry. Throughout, material and process serve as key points of connection, shaping how artists engage identity, history, and culture.... ...Read Full Story
Enjoy beer and wine, food trucks, and entertainment as we celebrate the 64th Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff, presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services! Meet the exhibiting artists and mingle with others in the community to kick off this monumental event.... ...Read Full Story
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Krasl Art Center is thrilled to celebrate the 64th Art Fair on the Bluff, presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services. Discover the talents of 172 artists from across the United States, set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and the charming hospitality of St. Joseph. Let our team of 300+ volunteers guide you through all the Art Fair has to offer, and consider supporting the professional artists by making a purchase that will be cherished for years to come!
The annual event predates Krasl Art Center (KAC) and is where our benefactress, Olga Krasl, developed a love for the artist community in Southwest Michigan. What started as a clothesline art fair in a local park has grown to be one of the top fairs in the U.S., drawing talented artists from across the country to our beautiful community. ... ...Read Full Story
Krasl Art Center is thrilled to celebrate the 64th Art Fair on the Bluff, presented by 1st Source Bank Wealth Advisory Services. Discover the talents of 172 artists from across the United States, set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and the charming hospitality of St. Joseph. Let our team of 300+ volunteers guide you through all the Art Fair has to offer, and consider supporting the professional artists by making a purchase that will be cherished for years to come!
The annual event predates Krasl Art Center (KAC) and is where our benefactress, Olga Krasl, developed a love for the artist community in Southwest Michigan. What started as a clothesline art fair in a local park has grown to be one of the top fairs in the U.S., drawing talented artists from across the country to our beautiful community. ... ...Read Full Story