We look forward to bringing Art Week back to Meridian in 2023! Please check this page in Summer 2023 for updated activities. Below you can view Art Week activities from 2022.
A Peer-To-Peer Art Exchange throughout Art Week
September 8-11, 2021 | Downtown Meridian
2. Label it
Label your creation with your name and information.
Download the labels here »
3. Share it
Share by hiding your art in downtown Meridian
Notes for Art Hiders:
- We would love to have art out on the town all weekend long. Please share your art on multiple days if you are creating & sharing a lot of art.
- Post hints to where your art is hidden using our hashtag #MeridianOrnamentDrop.
Disclaimer: Art Drop is a peer-to-peer art exchange opportunity promoted by the City of Meridian. Art Drop artwork is provided by private parties and is not reviewed in advance; the City of Meridian is not and cannot be responsible for the content of Art Drop art. To make Art Drop a positive experience for everyone, the following material is not allowed: profane, obscene, indecent, violent, or pornographic content and/or language; content that promotes, fosters or perpetuates discrimination or defamatory or personal attacks; content that promotes illegal activity, is not original, or infringes on another person’s copyright or other legal rights; or components that are unsafe in any way. All persons participating in Art Drop assume any and all risks related to such participation, some of which are unknown. All Art Drop participants must obey the law at all times. The City of Meridian will not assume responsibility for any injury, death, property loss, or property damage resulting from or related to any person’s participation in Art Drop. The rule of “finders keepers” shall be strictly observed; when an artist leaves a piece of artwork for Art Drop, such artwork shall be available for any person to find and keep permanently, and the artist shall have no further ownership interest of any kind in such artwork. All Art Drop participants consent to the publication and/or use of any photographs or recordings of the Art Drop artwork by the City of Meridian or members of the public for any purpose, including advertising, marketing, public information, and/or posting on social media.
MERIDIAN ART WEEK 2022 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
(Please note that this schedule may be subject to minor revisions.)
Multiple Day Events
Meridian Art Drop
Downtown Meridian
September 7 - 10
The Meridian Art Drop is a peer-to-peer art exchange throughout Meridian Art Week. To participate, create a small piece of art, label your creation with the printable Meridian Art Drop form, and share by hiding your art in downtown Meridian for someone else to find and keep.
CLICK HERE to access the printable Meridian Art Drop form that we'd like you to include with each piece of art you drop. CLICK HERE to view a map of where to drop your art.
Meridian Library District Events
For Meridian Library District events during the week of September 5, visit: https://www.mld.org/events/upcoming.
Historical Walking Tour
A self-guided historical walking tour is available year round. We invite you to come to Meridian City Hall to pick up a free walking tour brochure, or download the free “Meridian Historic Walking Tour” app on your iPhone or Android), to enjoy additional photos, videos and narratives about each property while you walk.
Mural Paintings
September 7-10
Key Detail, unBound, 722 E. 2nd St.
This team of artists from New York and they will install a mural on the south facing wall at the unBound tech library during the week.
Artist Miguel Almeida and apprentice artist Macy Ratzesberger, Tully Skatepark, 2500 N. Linder Rd.
Miguel and Macy will collaborate to install murals at Meridian’s Tully Skatepark.
Faces and Places of Idaho September Exhibition
Idaho Art Gallery, 211 E Pine Ave #108
Regular Hours: Wed-Sat 11AM – 6PM
Opening Receptions: Friday, 9/9, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Saturday, 9/10, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Peruse the September art exhibition at the Idaho Art Gallery.
Deja Brew Laugh a Latte Art Week Special Events
Deja Brew, 112 E Idaho Ave.
9/7 at 6:30 PM - Enjoy live music with Tim Swanson!
9/8 at 3:00 PM - Drop by Deja Brew to watch the staff fruit carving contest. The winner for this contest will be announced Friday.
9/9 at 3:00 PM – Deja Brew staff fruit carving contest, winner announced Friday.
Open House – Art Viewing
Caleb’s Chop Shop, 131 E Idaho Ave.
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Caleb’s Chop Shop is hosting an open house with art displays on September 7 - 9.
Art Displays and Artisanal Treats
Truffles, Etc., 126 E. Idaho Ave.
Tues – Thurs: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Fri-Sat: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Drop by Truffles, Etc. for an artisanal treat and to peruse through their art displays!
Plein Air Painters in Downtown Meridian
Downtown Meridian
Afternoon to Evening
Various plein air painters will be scattered around downtown painting Meridian scenes. Stop and chat with these artists; some may be selling cards or prints.
College of Western Idaho Faculty Art Exhibit
Initial Point Gallery, Meridian City Hall
September 2 – October 5, Weekdays 8:00 PM – 5:00 PM, excluding holidays, Free admission
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 8, 4:30 – 7:00 pm, Free – All Welcome
Monday, September 5
Paint with Michelle at Angry Easel
The Angry Easel Paint Parties, 301 E 3rd Street
10:00 AM, 12:00 PM–1:00 PM, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Cost: $5.00
Create a small piece of art for the Meridian Art Drop, Sept 3rd-7th.
Space limited / Pre-register & Pay at theangryeasel.com
Wednesday, September 7
Basic Floral Design – The Flower Place
Meridian Community Center, 201 E. Idaho Ave.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $5.00
The Flower Place is offering a class to instruct students on several basic design techniques for floral design through hands on experimentation.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/basic-floral-design-with-the-flower-place-tickets-395467864027
Meridian Art Week Kick-Off
Generation’s Plaza (at Main & Idaho in Downtown Meridian)
5:30 - 8:00 PM
We kick off Meridian Art Week with a fun drop-in art project and live music by Optiflynn! It will also be a nice opportunity to meet some of the artists, instructors and downtown business owners taking part in this year’s Meridian Art Week.
Pot a Plant
Coffee Plant Repeat, 132 E. Idaho Avenue
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: Depends on what plants and pots your choose
Come join the plant party and learn how to pot your own little plant! Space is limited. First come, first served.
Sign Painting
Happy Hour Homemaker, 132 E Idaho Ave.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: $5.00
To Register: Send an e-mail to thehappyhourhomemaker@gmail.com
Come and learn some fun painting techniques taught by Niki. You will be able to paint your own sign to take home with you! There will also be a variety of make and take kits available for purchase during Meridian Art Week. Registration fee is due prior to class and all art materials are included in class price.
Thursday, September 8
Make and Take Ornament
As You Wish Clothiers, 124 E Idaho Ave.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Free Drop-In Activity
As You Wish Clothiers invites anyone interested to stop in to create an angel ornament using scraps of their unique fabrics. The ornament you make is yours to keep and take home.
Initial Point Gallery Opening Reception
Meridian City Hall, 3rd Floor
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Drop by the Initial Point Gallery to view the new art exhibit by the College of Western Idaho Faculty and to meet several of the artists. Admission is free; All welcome.
Chalk Art Competition and Festivities
Generations Plaza (at Main & Idaho in Downtown Meridian)
Theme: The Colors of Idaho
Competition Categories: Adult Artist / Youth Artist (Under 18) / Team-Family
Free to participate; Chalk will be provided or you may bring your own
Please pre-register at: https://secure.rec1.com/ID/meridian-id/catalog
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Check in and Registration for Chalk Art competitors
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Chalk Art Competition
6:00 PM: Live Music by Sam Henry Band
7:45 PM – 8:00 PM: Huckleberry Star Theater Performance
8:00 PM: Awards announced for the Chalk Art Competition.
Friday, September 9
Community Art Party
Generation’s Plaza (at Main & Idaho in Downtown Meridian)
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come enjoy live music, create at the craft tables, play a beat at the instrument petting zoo and engage with local artists.
6:00 PM: Live Music, Dessert Showcase Opens, Youth Arts & Crafts Area Opens, and Artist Installations Open.
7:00 PM: Buskerfest Opens
8:00 PM: Buskerfest Closes & Voting Counting Begins. Live Dance Performance.
8:30 PM: Buskerfest Winners Announced
For more information click: Here.
Saturday, September 10
Meridian Main Street Market
Meridian City Hall Plaza, 33 E. Broadway Avenue
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Meridian Main Street Market is a traditional farmer’s market, but it is unique in that it provides opportunities for youth vendors, as well. It also gives the public the chance to support local small businesses, farms and entrepreneurs. Learn more at meridianmainstreetmarket.com.
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Music at Meridian Main Street Market by Elizabeth Findley
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Music at Meridian Main Street Market by Jesse Niebolt
Food Photography Masterclass
unBound Tech Library, 722 E. 2nd St.
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
This free food photography masterclass is taught by local professional food photographer, Leslie Rodriguez. Attendees will get hands-on training and tips for taking great pictures of their food products.
Seats limited / Register at https://www.mld.org/event/food-photography-masterclass
Treasure Valley Children’s Theater Fall Production
The Village at Meridian, 3597 E. Monarch Sky Lane
2:00 PM
Free
The Treasure Valley Children’s Theater will perform its family-friendly fall production at the Village at Meridian. You won’t want to miss out on this free performance!
Tammy de Weerd’s Awards in the Arts and Concert on Broadway – High Street Party Band
Meridian City Hall Plaza, 33 E. Broadway Avenue
6:30PM Arts Awards / 7:00 PM Concert
Free
Recipients of the 2022 Tammy de Weerd’s Awards in the Arts will be honored at 6:30 pm; at 7:00 pm the High Street Party Band will perform popular hits from across the decades. There will be a dessert food cart, live music, and fun to be had by all. Please consider bringing folding chairs or a lawn blanket as amphitheater seating is limited. Free.