2026 Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame

04/08/2026

Congratulations Courtney Reed, 2026 Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame inductee & thanks to sponsor Gwen Gage! 🎉🏅🎉

04/02/2026

Congratulations to Susan S. Starrett for receiving the 2026 Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award! 🎉🏆🏅🎊

Starrett’s accomplishments in music honored by Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame.

04/01/2026

Congratulations 2026 Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame Class of 2026! 🎉🎶

The Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization that gives public recognition to artists associated with the Fox Valley.

04/01/2026

Oh, what a night! Unforgettable memories from our 2026 Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Thanks, James Harvey Photography. See you in 2028! With Fox Valley Folklore Society & Fox Valley Festival Chorus

03/28/2026

Neil Potter, Fox Valley Folklore Society, performs an original song during cocktail hour at our 2026 Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame celebration March 27!

03/28/2026

What an unforgettable evening celebrating the arts at our 2026 Induction Banquet at Eagle Brook Country Club-our largest celebration ever!! 🥂🎶🎶🎉 Photos by James Harvey Photography coming soon...

03/27/2026

Today we’re honored to share remarks from Jim Trankina, former student of Susan S. Starrett, as he reflects on her extraordinary impact as an educator, mentor, and leader in the arts.

Through decades of teaching and dedication, Susan has shaped generations of musicians whose influence continues to reach far beyond the Fox Valley. Her legacy lives on through her students, her leadership, and the vibrant arts community she helped build.

Congratulations to Susan S. Starrett, recipient of the Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame’s first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award.

03/26/2026

A meaningful tribute from our 2026 Hall of Fame celebration

Today we’re honored to share remarks from Jessica Laffey, wife of Juel Ulven, as she reflects on his life, legacy, and deep commitment to the folk music community.

Through his passion, leadership, and dedication, Juel created spaces where music, storytelling, and community could thrive. His impact continues to be felt through the Fox Valley Folklore Society and the countless artists and audiences he inspired.

We are proud to recognize 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee Juel Ulven.