Artsfest on Walnut Street is proud to partner with the Art of Space project to engage the public in the creative process of constructing an interactive, inflatable sculpture that will be installed at Artsfest May 5 & 6, 2012.

Using nothing but plastic sheeting and household irons, Art of Space is creating a 30′ x 40′ inflatable installation that will have doors so people can walk inside.

Art of Space is a collaboration of Drury students, faculty, alumni and members of the Springfield community. For more information how to be involved, contact artofspacedrury@gmail.com

As the largest fine arts festival in Southwest Missouri, Artsfest on Walnut Street attracts over 20,000 people each year to shop for original art, sample food from some of Springfield’s favorite restaurants, and enjoy dozens of performances.  Artsfest also features an interactive kid’s area with activities for children including Chalk-It-Up and the Springfield Pottery’s Claymobile, a mobile ceramic arts workshop.

Artsfest tickets are $3 in advance at area McDonald’s restaurants beginning April 18th and $5 at the gate. Children 5 and under are free.  Check back for updates on the festival, including a schedule of performances and a complete listing of artists!