Annual Art in the Park
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Sponsored by the Lawrence Art Guild, this annual festival features over 150 artists, musical performances and children's activities.
Time: 10am - 5pm.
Annual Art in the Park
Phone : 785-979-7039 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: lawrenceartguild.org
Art Shows
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