Thursday, April 28

Art in the Park 2011

Press Release: The Simpson County Museum and Art Gallery, Inc.; Post Office Box 610; Mendenhall, MS 39114-0610

The Simpson County Museum and Art Gallery, Inc., announces and invites the public to its Second Annual Art in the Park on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at Alice Davis Park, North Main Street, Mendenhall.

Presented in conjunction with “Mendenhall in May,” Art in the Park 2011 will feature the work of some twenty local and regional artists and artisans, including paintings, pottery, and crafts. In addition, several authors will be featured in the Park Gazebo.

The artists and artisans will have their works on display and available for sale. The Simpson County Museum and Art Gallery will have its limited edition 2011 Art in the Park T-shirt for sale. This year’s design features the work of local artist Leann Emrich. These will be available at the Museum and Art Gallery information booth in the park. The Simpson County Historical and Genealogical Society will also have an information booth with Simpson County historical and genealogical displays.

The Simpson County Museum and Art Gallery officers and members are excited about our association with Mendenhall in May and the continuing development and improvement in our Annual Art in the Park. We warmly invite the public to all the attractions of Mendenhall in May, including a visit with us at Art in Park 2011 as we celebrate and enjoy the cultural and historical richness of Simpson County and the Piney Woods Region of Mississippi.

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Contact for Media re this release
Richard Rankin
Secretary/Treasurer SCMAG, Inc.
601-847-5866

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