Come to downtown KCK and Strawberry Hill for the final Downtown KCK Third Friday Art Walk of 2021 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm!

Celebrate the completion of the mural at the store by local artist JT Daniels, participate in the Sidewalk Chalk Art Competition with the Strawberry Hill Neighborhood Association, kids - get a free book with our friends at Altrusa of Greater KC, and enjoy free ice cream (courtesy of Blue Bell) with the co-op board!

Along the walk this month you'll also find 6th Street Artists; Lowrider Showcase & Trunk or Treat; Camp Fire with S’mores and Poetry Readings & Live Music; Fashion Show by Liliane, KCK Local Designer; Latino Arts Festival Pop Up – Dia de Los Muertos; El Centro Vaccination Clinic; Students for Social Justice Cambio Para Cambio Fundraiser & Poetry Readings; Indigenous & Futuristic Sounds Musical Performance; The P.A.L. Kids Art Showcase; DINKC Pop Up; Kinship Cafe Pop Up; Drop in Art Classes and more!

The event is part of Downtown Third Friday Art Walks! Come enjoy a free, family friendly event in Downtown KCK and the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Art Walk is a monthly event that aims to bring together the community, local artists, pop ups, and brick and mortar establishments by organizing art exhibits, performances, food, and experiences to share in together. Make sure to visit EPIC Clay Studio, Veritas Architecture and Design, Velvet Nova, The Police Athletic League of KCK, and Local Agent Kansas City Realtors and more!

Learn more about the mural and artist. at www.themerc.coop/news/mural

Learn more about JT Daniels on his website: https://www.jtdanielsart.com/

Several locations throughout the KCK downtown area become gallery or performance space for one night and all locations host a party highlighting an artist. The event will include several live performances, children’s activities, restaurants, and a map directing visitors to each.

Interested in being an artist, a host location, or need more information? Reach out to Laura at outreach@themerc.coop.