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The Peoria RiverFront
History and artistic expression
walk hand in hand.


Academy of Fretted Instruments
Offering music instruction on guitar, mandolin, banjo & bass.

305 SW Water Street * (309) 676-3738

Arts Partners
Promotes non-for-profit arts organizations and the vitalityof arts and culture in the Peoria area. Conducts Public Art Walking Tours of Peoria including the RiverFront Riverwalk.
Le Ville de Maillet - 820 SW Adams Street - (309) 676-2787 

Contemporary Art Center
Peoria's cultural hub for art, music and yoga; a catalystand forum for advancing, developing and understandingcontemporary art through education, exhibition and events.
305 SW Water Street - (309) 674-6822

Ona Sidlinger Portrait Artist & Ever After Wedding Photography
Specializing in artistic baby, children, high school senior and family portraits that focus on relationships, personality, and experessions. Call for an appointment.

120 SW Water Street
* (309) 369-5115
 Peoria Art Guild
Oldest community arts center in Illinois with local, regional,national and international artists work. Visit the gift shop.
203 Harrison Street - (309) 637-2787

 Peoria Symphony
A professional member orchestra comprised of talented musicians. Performances are held at the Peoria Civic Center.
Foster Arts Center - 203 Harrison Street - (309) 637-2787

Water Street Dance Company
Dance classes for ages 3 to adult. From tap to ballet, plus body shape and adult classes available.
108 Harrison Street - (309) 636-8872

 

 

RIVERFRONT ART & CULTURE
Welcome to the heart of Peoria's vibrant and diverse arts community. Many of the buildings themselves are works of art, housing galleries, studios, musical venues, antique shops and private corners for quiet conversation. Outdoor sculpture reflects the region's rich history and its present-day talents. Check the calendar for art and music festivals.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Shop for local produce, meats, cheeses, breads, flowers, and local art.  Live music & demos each week at Peoria's RiverFront Market.

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