Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a beloved local tradition at the historic Rising Star Mill in Nelsonville! Join us Saturday, May 24 (10 AM – 5 PM) and Sunday, May 25 (10 AM – 4 PM) for a vibrant weekend filled with art, music, food, and community spirit.
More than 25 talented local artists will showcase their work inside the beautifully preserved 1868 mill, offering everything from fine art and handmade jewelry to ceramics, basketry, textiles, and more. Whether you're an art lover or just looking for something unique, you'll find one-of-a-kind treasures to take home.
Enjoy live music from Snow on the Mountain, adding to the festive atmosphere as you browse. Be sure to stop by the Feed Sack Room for the event’s famous BBQ lunch and an array of local treats and beverages. With plenty of outdoor riverside seating, it’s the perfect spot to relax and take in the scenic beauty of the Tomorrow River. Free admission!
Meet the 2025 Artists:
Kris Crubaugh – Ceramics
Linda Packer – Wool Needle Felting
Gary LeBouton – Photography
Mary T. Murphy – Handmade Fabric / Dyed Silk
Lori Woldt – Jewelry
Karin Sieg – Drawing
Elise Thornton – Basketry
Wayne Dombrowski – Metal Art
Mark Brueggeman – Collage
Ari Bault – Stone Jewelry
Marsha Haynes – Photography & Watercolor
Audrey Bohm – Landscape Painting
Jamie Hartman – Turned Wood
Erin Enk – Jewelry & Leatherwork
Jeane Chase – Alcohol Ink
Sue Semrow – Handwoven Items
Ann Rozner – Painted Stones
George Nickel – Oil Painting
Emma Horton – Ceramics
Nancy Thorson – Mixed Media
Marge Krogwold – Loom Weaver
Ashley Megal – Drawing
Gary Landowski – Pottery
Christina Munny – 2D/3D Fantasy Art
Jim McKnight – Watercolor
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