Galva Arts Council - Galva, Illinois

06/23/2026

Shuttlecock & Foot‑Juggling Around the World!
A sneak peek at Cultural Exploration Art Camp

Get ready — this project MOVES.
Our campers will dive into fast‑paced shuttlecock and foot‑juggling games from around the globe: China’s Jianzi, Korea’s Jegichagi, the Philippines’ Sipa, Thailand’s Takraw, and even the Plains tribes’ leather kickball games right here at home.

Feathers, rattan, leather, paper — every culture found a creative way to play the same challenge:
Keep it in the air!

Want your child to join the adventure
Email [email protected] to get the registration form.

06/23/2026

A week of exploring cultures and crafts from around the world. Save your spot by registering now!

Join us in exploring cultures aroung the globe!

06/23/2026

This is just one of the many around the world items kids will get to make and keep during summer art camp at GAC. Register now and join the fun!

06/22/2026

🌎 Cup & Ball Around the World!
A sneak peek at Cultural Exploration Art Camp

Get ready for a camp project with global flair! Kids will explore the cup‑and‑ball game, a toy that started in the 14th century and spread across the world — each country creating its own colorful, creative version. From Japan’s kendama to Mexico’s balero, we’ll look at fun pictures of how different cultures made this classic challenge their own.

Want your child to join the adventure?
Email [email protected] to get the registration form.

06/22/2026

Saturday could not have been a nicer day for the GAC garden walk! Sunshine, a breeze, and nature; what could be better? Thank you to the homeowners that graciously allowed visitors and thank you to the garden minders that helped direct visitors. And thank you to everyone that took time to visit the 4 amazing and diverse gardens! The day could not have happened without all of you!

06/22/2026

Saturday could not have been a nicer day for the GAC garden walk! Sunshine, a breeze, and nature; what could be better? Thank you to the homeowners that graciously allowed visitors and thank you to the garden minders that helped direct visitors. And thank you to everyone that took time to visit the 4 amazing and diverse gardens! The day could not have happened without all of you!

06/20/2026

Join us in exploring cultures aroung the globe!

06/20/2026

Will you do something patriotic this year to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of this country?

06/20/2026

Today!! Pick up a pamphlet at Allenia Space, help paint a crosswalk, then visit each of our featured gardens. At 3 stop back at Allenia Space for a presentation about garden design.
It’s a bright beautiful day to be outside and enjoying nature!

06/20/2026

Garden Walk + A Full Day of Local Fun

It’s a full day of summer fun in our area, and the Garden Walk runs today from 10–2. Start at Allenia Space to pick up your map and brochure, enjoy a self‑guided tour of beautiful local gardens, and return for a talk by a Master Gardener. Please note that homeowners are not responsible for accidents.

While you’re out and about, the region is buzzing:

Bishop Hill is hosting its Midsommar Music Festival with maypole dancing and live performances.

Route 34 is lined with garage sales stretching from LaSalle County through Bureau County into Henry County.

Galva is adding color downtown with community crosswalk painting.

Make a day of it—explore, enjoy, and celebrate everything happening in our community.