Our Community

Youth Program: Villages Folk School offers full class scholarships to those 14-18 years of age living in Van Buren and Henry County, Iowa. We also offer visiting artists demonstrations in the classroom, fieldtrips, custom group classes, loaning of our professional art display, senior portfolio reviews, and judging & awards of youth exhibits.

Spring Lawn Party: The Friday evening of Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the Villages Folk School's Spring Lawn Party.  BBQ, Live Music, and Plein Air contest are held at Hotel Manning in downtown Keosauqua starting at 5pm. Bring your lawn chair and a frisbee and join the fun!

Paint The Fair: This annual plein air competition attracts artists from far and near. Taking place during the Van Buren County Fair, the event kicks off with a Creative Escape Mentorship on Monday and ends with a judged exhibit & awards , plus cash sales on Friday at 5pm under the fairground's grandstand.

Bottomless Bowls: This annual soup supper is held the First Friday in November starting at 5pm at the Stonehouse in Bentonsport. Handmade bowls and vessels are available for a donation and eat as much soup as you can! Disposable bowls are also available for a good will offering.  

To find out more about other community happenings in the area please visit the Villages of Van Buren website.