Press Release:

“United Through Art” Countywide Student Art Show In Summerville Depot Saturday, March 22 Free To The Public

In celebration of the National Youth Art Month, Summerville Main Street will sponsor “United through Art” – A Countywide Student Art Show on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Summerville Depot. All mediums of art work created by our county’s youth, ranging from grades K-12 will be on display inside the depot from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. New for this year several adult artists will join in to demonstrate and display art and photography.

Youth Art Month is a month of promoting art and art education in the United States. It is observed in March, with thousands of American schools participating, often with the involvement of local art museums and civic organizations. Schools and homeschoolers countywide will be participating in the show.

Extra highlights for the day include a performance by Menlo Elementary Chorus at 11:00 a.m. and watercolor demonstrations by local watercolor artist Sheila Johnson from 1:00 -2:00 p.m. Artist Billy Smith will also be onsite demonstrating painting throughout the day. Free simple face painting for children will be offered between the hours of 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

 

Several food vendors will be on site offering a variety of items for the public to enjoy. Vendors include: Reita Cabe with fried pies, Brunswick stew, homemade ice cream and jellies, and Small Town BBQ with ribs, chicken & pulled pork plates. Food items will be available for dine-in or take home.

 

The public is encouraged to attend this free event to celebrate and encourage youth art. For more information on this event contact Summerville Main Street at (706) 859-0900 ext. 1337.