Villages of Van Buren - Event Calendar

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County, Iowa.

Classes are held in a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. 

• Letterpress: Holiday Coasters with Mel Stockwell
• Leather Christmas Ornament with Stuart Holmes
• Crochet Something with Pat Crawford
• Rug Weaving Class with Teri Showman

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for December Classes

Looking for holiday inspiration? Hoping to avoid the masses at the big chain stores? Wanting to give unique handmade gifts?

Come shop the artists' studios in Van Buren County, Iowa this Christmas!!
 
Locations:
#1 Tim Blair -Glass Blowing
Bloom and Bark Farms
18517 Route J40. Keosauqua
 
#2 Paintings -Anita Lee 
Remnants
21980 Hawk Dr. Bentonsport
 
#3 Painting -Carol Gunn
Bonaparte School
602 8th Street, Suite 201. Bonaparte
 
#4 Woodcarving -Doug Gatton
Waterfront Place
Main Street Bonaparte
 
#5 Leather -Stuart Holmes
Holmes Leather Crafting
605 1st Street. Bonaparte

Free will donation soup supper and a visit from Santa this Sunday! 

Enjoy chili and potato soup with beverages and dessert. Santa will be available for pictures and will have a treat bag for all of the kids.