Join us, September 28, 2024 from 10 AM to 5 PM
The Aaron Douglas Art Fair, inspired by the completion of the Aaron Douglas Celebration Mural, has been an annual event since 2006. The Fair was created to provide a one-day classic art fair environment to showcase diverse and emerging artists, to celebrate community and to continue the legacy of world-renowned Topeka-born artist Aaron Douglas. The fair is fully organized by a dynamic, all volunteer-run board and assisting community volunteers. Admission and all activities are free. Each year there are 30 to 50 artist booths – selectively chosen by our Art Director – our main stage with live music, our Legacy Stage in front of the Aaron Douglas mural highlighting an assortment of diverse artistic performances, our Kids Zone tent offering art activities geared towards children, an interactive art activity for all fair-goers, and food booths hosted by neighborhood groups offering a variety of food options for sale.
2023 is our 18th year of celebrating the arts and the memory of Mr. Aaron Douglas. Since the first fair in 2006, the art fair’s influence and popularity continues to grow as we see an ever increasing number of returning patrons and folks experiencing the Fair for the first time.
Planning for the Fair is a year round process led by a group of folks from a multitude of backgrounds who share a mutual appreciation of the arts and dedication to supporting and empowering burgeoning artists throughout the Topeka community. Aaron Douglas Art Fair committee is proud to bring such a unique and fun-filled day to the Capital City.
If you or someone you know is interested in being a part of the Aaron Douglas Art Fair as a fair day volunteer please go to the Volunteer Sign Up form.
If you would like to become a part of the planning committee please contact us here.
If you would like to donate to the art fair please use the button below.
