Don't Miss Magical Storytelling in the Gallery by Tricia Kelly
on February 22nd from 2 to 3pm at the westclox Metaphysical & Wellness fair
.NCI ARTworks to host local storyteller Tricia Kelly from 2pm to 3pm at the gallery during the Westclox Metaphysical & Wellness Fair on February 22.
Storytelling is an art as old as time, and in the Illinois Valley, we are fortunate to have one of the most entertaining storytellers around, Tricia Kelly. Kelly is neither a painter, nor a quilter, nor a sculptor, instead, she uses words to create a picture through the art of storytelling. For over thirty years, Tricia's original tales have entertained audiences of all ages.
As a docent at the Carus-Hegeler Mansion for many years, Tricia brought to life the trials and tribulations, the humor and quirkiness of the notable local industrialists. She also honed her storytelling skills by regaling guests on the I&M Canal Boat rides with tales of adventure and drama that took place as the canal was built to facilitate a thriving commercial waterway between Chicago and the Gulf of Mexico. Kelly’s delightful folk tales and Irish fairy tales continue to delight audiences throughout the Illinois Valley. Nowadays she splits her time between storytelling at arts, culture and wellness events and dog sitting.
In addition to the Tricia Kelly story hour at 2pm at the NCI ARTworks gallery during the Westclox Metaphysical & Wellness Fair, guests will also enjoy the “Unmasking Love” exhibit of art by Lorena Malm and Lisa Marie Carlson. A private viewing of the exhibit can be arranged at any time by emailing [email protected].
Storytelling is an art as old as time, and in the Illinois Valley, we are fortunate to have one of the most entertaining storytellers around, Tricia Kelly. Kelly is neither a painter, nor a quilter, nor a sculptor, instead, she uses words to create a picture through the art of storytelling. For over thirty years, Tricia's original tales have entertained audiences of all ages.
As a docent at the Carus-Hegeler Mansion for many years, Tricia brought to life the trials and tribulations, the humor and quirkiness of the notable local industrialists. She also honed her storytelling skills by regaling guests on the I&M Canal Boat rides with tales of adventure and drama that took place as the canal was built to facilitate a thriving commercial waterway between Chicago and the Gulf of Mexico. Kelly’s delightful folk tales and Irish fairy tales continue to delight audiences throughout the Illinois Valley. Nowadays she splits her time between storytelling at arts, culture and wellness events and dog sitting.
In addition to the Tricia Kelly story hour at 2pm at the NCI ARTworks gallery during the Westclox Metaphysical & Wellness Fair, guests will also enjoy the “Unmasking Love” exhibit of art by Lorena Malm and Lisa Marie Carlson. A private viewing of the exhibit can be arranged at any time by emailing [email protected].
Tricia Kelly will also be telling a series of tall tales that bring interesting historical figures to life at Lock 16 Cafe.