Homewood's GottsChalk-The-Walk Set For July 21

HOMEWOOD, IL — The Village of Homewood will host GottsChalk-the-Walk sidewalk chalk art event on Sunday, July 21 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The event features sidewalk artistry by local chalk artists, community groups, families, and individuals outside of the historic Gottschalk House, built in 1891, in downtown Homewood.

Sidewalk chalk art is a modern take of a Renaissance tradition from 16th-century Italy in which artists chalked images of the Madonna by Raphael and his contemporaries using chalk, coal and tile on the plazas outside cathedrals.

The Village of Homewood hopes GottsChalk-the-Walk will allow community members to enjoy live art being created and chalked, all while enjoying the charm of downtown Homewood, officials said.

Artists will begin chalking from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free face painting will be available from noon to 3 p.m. Other various children's activities such as free chalking and bubbles will be available. Event goers of all ages can chalk an open area on Martin Avenue. The Science Center will lead a paint activity. Local eateries in the area will be open for event goers to walk to for a bite to eat; free cotton candy also available.

For more information, please contact Village of Homewood Events Manager myoungblood@homewoodil.gov.