a PHC Arts COuncil Event
ARTS Round The Square
An all-day festival on the lawn of the Henry County Courthouse featuring local artists selling their artwork, hours of live music, hands-on crafts for kids, and food trucks! The purpose of the event is to bring fine arts and crafts to our underserved community.
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Our 2024 Event
ARTS Round’ the Square
When: Saturday, October 19th (postponed from Sept. 28th because of weather)
Where: the Courthouse Square of Paris, TN
Address: 101 W Washington St , Paris, TN 38242
Admission: Free
Hours: 9:00am — 4:00pm
Attendance: 5,000+
# of Exhibitors: 90+
Sign Up Deadline: October 3rd by 5pm
Sign Up for an Artist Booth
Show off your creativity at our largest community event of the year! You can expect upwards of 5000+ people at this event to view and purchase your artwork. To ensure a more diverse set of local and regional artisans, we will now be implementing an application process where all artists will need to apply for a booth via the online application here.
Official Entry Rules
APPLICATION PROCESS: To ensure a more diverse set of local and regional artisans, we will now be implementing an application process where all artists will need to apply for a booth via the online application button above.
ACCEPTANCE CONFIRMATION: Artists will receive email notification from Executive Director, Caleb Grissom, from phcarts@gmail.com of their acceptance into the festival upon review of their submitted application materials.
***Beware of scams: Any other communications (Facebook groups/events, texts) will not be valid as proof of festival acceptance or booth payment. Please be aware of fraudulent accounts impersonating the PHC Arts Council!
CRITERIA:
All work must be an original design by the artist.
Demonstration of your work is required per the application.
No types of commercial, imported, or mass-produced items are allowable.
This is a family-oriented event, and if any work is deemed unacceptable, it will be removed.
DEADLINES: Applications are due by 5:00 pm on September 13th, 2024.
PROOF OF WORK: Before your application is accepted, you must provide proof of your work in JPEG format via the application form above.
CATEGORIES:
Painting: Including oil, acrylic, watercolor, etc.
Sculpture: Featuring works in metal, clay, wood, and more.
Photography: Capturing the beauty of our world in still images.
Jewelry: Handcrafted pieces in a variety of styles and materials.
Ceramics: Functional and decorative pottery.
Fiber Arts: Including textiles, quilting, and embroidery.
Glasswork: Stained glass, blown glass, and fused glass creations.
Printmaking: Original prints using techniques such as etching, lithography, and screen printing.
Woodworking: Handcrafted furniture, carvings, and turned objects.
Digital Art: Innovative works created using digital technology.
Other: Unique and diverse artistic creations that don't fit into the above categories. This can include mixed media pieces, metalwork, leather goods, and any other imaginative and creative expressions.
BOOTH FEES:
Individual Artist: $100 for a 12’ X 12’ booth space
Cost Per Additional 12X12 booth space: $100
If multiple artists choose to share a booth, that is definitely allowed, but the space and prices remain the same. One 12x12 booth space = $100
BOOTH SPECS:
Location: Your booth location will be assigned by the Arts Council Committee. You may request the same spot as last year on the application.
No Hookups: No generators allowed. No electricity is available.
Protect Our Lawn: No stakes on asphalt, concrete, or bricks.
CHECK-IN: Check-in and unloading can only take place between 6:30am - 8:30am at the Arts Council Booth. All vehicles must be removed from the area by 8:30am. Vehicles cannot return to the area to load out before 4:00pm.
PARKING: Parking around the square is strictly prohibited during event hours. You will be given a map with a designated parking area, just for the event artists. These areas will include municipal parking, parking at First Baptist Church lot, etc.
LIABILITY: Artists are responsible for their own display, set up and take down, and protection from the weather. We do not provide tents, tables, or chairs.
VOLUNTEERS: We will have volunteers available to lend a helping hand in most capacities: such as unloading, booth sitting, or loading up at the end of the show. This does not include packing your artwork/wares. Please request help on the day of the event at the Arts Council Booth.
$60 Fee Per Food Vendor
Food Vendor Application
We love being able to provide a platform for food trucks to serve our community at such a fabulous event! You can expect to have anywhere from 2500-5000 foot traffic. If you’d like to apply as a food vendor, please complete the application, then we will get back with you on your approval.
Once approved, you’ll be redirected to pay the $60 donation.
October 17th at 6pm
Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers to help this event run smoothly! If interested, email phcarts@gmail.com or come to our Volunteer Meeting on Thursday, October 17th at 6pm at the PHCAC office in the Historic Train Depot in downtown Paris. Pizza will be provided!
