Madonnari Arts Festival in Baltimore's Little Italy!

This weekend, from September 7-10th, Baltimore will host a four-day cultural event to showcase its local artists!

I madonnari, historically, were artists who wandered through Italy to display their talents and artworks at festivals in various villages.  Although the tradition dates back to the 16th century, it first arrived in the United States in Santa Barbara, California in the 1980's.  Baltimore's own festival will honor the visual and performing arts with street performers and painting, live music, a children's chalk center, an art market, and al fresco dining. This year, the theme is "Respect" and featured artists include Flavio Coppola, Tiberio Mazzocchi, Francesca Arsi, and more.

Visit littleitalymadonnari.com to learn more!

Photos from the 2017 Festival

Published by Maria Regina, Contributing Editor