Peoria Historical Society 61st Annual Rennick Art Show

Visual Context: Showcasing the people and industries, the land, lore, and life of central Illinois from its origins to the recent past through the eyes of the area's creative community. 

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 61st annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 9-June 5, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm and Sundays from 12-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

 

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30-7:30pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 18, from 1-3pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on Friday, June 6.

 

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

Venue Information

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

For more info: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-8-2025

Peoria Chiefs vs. Quad Cities

June 3: Taco Tuesday, game time 6:35pm

June 4: Bang for your Buck, game time: 6:35pm

June 5: Distillers, game time 6:35pm

June 6: Peanuts Night, game time 7:05pm

June 7: Hawaiian Night, game time 7:05pm

June 8: Sunday Funday, game time 2:05pm

For tickets: https://www.milb.com/peoria/schedule/2025-06

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, June 5, 2025 ~ 8:00 - 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)
If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)
*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.
If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere.
Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.
Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV

Featured Poet: Aaron (Just Aaron) Bell is a national spoken word artist, host, and creator of the Hustle City poetry slam team, all based out of Saint Louis, Missouri. He first explored and expressed his freedom through spoken word in 2022 and since then has traveled across the nation. His inspiration comes from young black men and their unhealthy relationship with their emotions. His goal is to get men to acknowledge their emotions and communicate them more effectively. He has been featured at Living Legends at the Missouri History Museum where 7 Black Men were being Acknowledged for doing positive things in the community. He has also presented poems at Guns Down Hoops Up, a gun violence prevention or intervention event curators by Mission Saint Louis, as well as the Stay Power Awards which acknowledged and encouraged members of the community to continue striving to be a positive influence in their community.

For tickets: https://309tix.com/events/whisper-shout-open-mic-for-poetry-197351?_gl=1%2A1qo3rk9%2A_gcl_au%2AODI2OTYzMzY4LjE3Mzg4Nzk0NDE.%2A_ga%2AODY2NTIzNDY5LjE3MDMwOTYzNTM.%2A_ga_N5PN3MYCM8%2AMTc0NDkyNzgzMi40NDUuMS4xNzQ0OTI5MjI3LjQ5LjAuMA..&fbclid=IwY2xjawJwwOZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHklF_P_Wrxy2jAcvsAKi0dZZdv26l3WSUumkR1AeddOqqucDDZ7-YzXWUOsa_aem_SWXWmZkqp38x2OAq_eIbGw