Rutabaga Art

10/01/2026

The featured artist in the south window of Rutabaga Art studio/gallery for the month of October is Kathy Williams from Waterloo, iA.
Stop into 108 N. State Street during open hours, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10:30 am to 3 pm to enjoy her work and that of the other artists.

09/25/2026

🎄VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - ATKINSON CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL🎄

Zactus Creative is proud to partner with Atkinson Community Festivals to promote, volunteer, help plan, and elevate community events in Atkinson. Heritage Days was awesome this year, and next up is the 2026 Atkinson Christmas Festival, happening on Saturday December 5 in Atkinson.

The Atkinson Community Festivals committee works tirelessly to make the magic happen in Atkinson, and the committee is seeking volunteers to assist with event planning and volunteering the day of. This is a fun and rewarding experience, helping to make Atkinson a better place for all to enjoy during the holidays.

Do you want to get involved this holiday season? You are invited to join the fun, especially if you live in the Atkinson area. The first planning meeting for the 2026 Atkinson Christmas Festival will be on Wednesday October 7 at 6:00 pm at the Gathering Place in Downtown Atkinson.

Thank you for your consideration as the group works towards putting on one of the best Christmas festivals Atkinson has ever seen!

09/25/2026

09/25/2026

Notice: The drawing class that was scheduled for Sept. 19 has been changed to Saturday, Sept. 26 at 10:30 am. Sharon will be unavailable on the 19th. Hope you can still make it. All are welcome. $10 fee. Questions call Sharon Michaelsen at 309-944-4580.
Also stop into 108 N. State St.,Geneseo, IL before the end of September to put your name in the drawing to win this original watercolor painting by Les Hoste. No fee!

09/14/2026

You have until the end of September to put your name in the drawing for this lovely watercolor painting by Rutabaga Art studio/gallery member Les Hoste. There is no fee. Visit the gallery at 108 N. State ST across from the Geneseo theater. Hours: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10:30 am to 3 pm.

09/09/2026

The next drawing class taught by Sharon Michaelsen at Rutabaga Art studio/gallery will be Sat. Sept.19, from 10:30 to 11:30 am. The class is for children and adults. Class size is limited and the fee is $10. Some supplies are furnished. Call Sharon for more information. 309-944-4580.

09/06/2026

The featured artist in the south window for the month of Septmber at Rutabaga Art is Karen Vroman from Erie, IL. Her work at the gallery includes watercolors and quilts with warm fall colors.

09/05/2026

Rutabaga Art member Les Hoste has again generously donated a beautuful watercolor painting for a drawing. There is no fee to enter for a chance to own this lighthouse painting. Stop into the Rutabaga Art studio/gallery at 108 N. State Street in Geneseo, IL. Open hours are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10:30 am to 3 pm. The winner will be drawn on Sat. Oct. 3rd. You need not be present on that day to win this oringinal painting. Winner will be called.
The winner of Mr. Hoste's last painting was Ktisten Anderson Hill from Rick Island.

08/31/2026

Why should you buy original art from Geneseo, IL area artists?

08/26/2026

We are one month away from show time! Anyone else getting excited?