Last updated: 7/25/2011
17189 N. Rt. 29Chillicothe, IL 61523
A love of folk art and a concern for the quickly disappearing skills of past generations prompted three friends—Lisé Mundwiller, Jennie Hawkey and Joan Quigg—to begin a journey. Their quest: to build a folk art school in Illinois.
Research began at home, and eventually led the trio to tour several internationally-known schools: Sawtooth in Winston-Salem, Penland in Asheville, NC, John C. Campbell in Brasstown, NC, and Arrowmont in Gatlinburg, TN. Visiting these schools, speaking with their administrators, and sharing meals with their instructors and students affirmed the idea that creating a folk art school in the Midwest is a viable and needed project.
When the trio returned home, they presented a basic plan to the SLG Cohen Foundation executive board. The board is every bit as excited about the idea as the three friends are, and have generously offered to allow the school to be built within Three Sisters Park, outside of Chillicothe, Illinois.
We're building a folk art school in Chillicothe and are looking to form partnerships with the many traditional and folk artists in central Illinois – like you! We'd like to get to know everyone and see samples of your art, and would love to hear your thoughts on teachers, artists, and how best to get the word out about our school.
Enrich lives through craftsmanship.
Whether you want to learn a new skill, have a relaxing weekend or meet new people, the classes at the folk art school are just for you! We are known for our great instructors, wonderful food and people seem to have a great time as they create and learn. Be sure to sign up early, we don’t want you to miss out. Classes sizes are limited so that you can get attention and guidance. Try something new or learn new ways to enhance a skill you already know. We hope to see you soon!
Our board and advisors consists of skilled individuals with a variety of talents including an attorney, office manager, small business owner, architect, human resource supervisor, graphic artists, illustrators, basket maker, wood carver, potter, photographer, sculptor, quilter, marketing director, nurse practitioner, weaver and blacksmith.
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