ArtScene is a biannual gallery walk, hosted by the Arts Council, featuring new and established artists of the Rockford Region. Visitors to ArtScene are welcome at any of the venues listed below—there is no admission fee and all are welcome. All participating venues are adhering to the current Winnebago County Health Department COVID-guidelines and require masks.

ArtScene offers a wide variety of art to appreciate and purchase including jewelry, paintings, sculpture, prints, photography, quilts/fiber art, and more! Artists are available for conversation—sharing the approach and inspiration for their work. Surrounding restaurants and shops are open for your retail enjoyment and hunger solution.

Fall ArtScene’s kickoff will begin with the Poetry Prelude, 4 p.m., at Rockford City Hall, October 1; Fall ArtScene 2021 is October 1st and 2nd, 5-9 p.m. on Friday night and 4-9 p.m. on Saturday night. All venues will have maps + venue listings for visitors.

Event Post - Art: 'After the Rain' by Tom Linden