Children's Tent

The Children’s Art Tent, sponsored by Coastal Alabama Real Estate, LLC, is located on S Church Street across from The Fairhope Inn and will be open all three days from 10:00am-4:00pm.

Enjoy fun, free activities for kids throughout the weekend!

_{Nature Connect School's mission is to cultivate children's sense of wonder and a love for learning. Located in the woods along a freshwater creek in Fairhope, Alabama, their school is the perfect place to learn and grow. In addition to learning their academics during the school year, the students also learn about the natural world through hands-on learning, creative play, and outdoor exploration. Their vision is to help children become dedicated leaders and environmental stewards in their communities by developing an appreciation for each other and the natural world.}

^{Ricky Trione is physically blind but spiritually sighted. Fairhope, Alabama native, he enjoyed drawing very realistically in pen and ink until two separate accidents took his vision in both eyes. What could have been career-ending for an artist turned into a path marked with purpose. Ricky now works in a 3D style that includes thick texture paints and molding compounds that allow him to feel his way across the canvas. Ricky’s uses his disability to encourage others. The former rehabilitation counselor uses art to inspire and motivate people of all ages and abilities. His greatest joy is visiting schools, hosting art camps, and being a part of events that offer hope and inspiration. His unique lessons demonstrate the joy of being creative and artistic, no matter what obstacles come your way.}

^{Mobile Baykeeper exists to defend and revive the health of the waters of Coastal Alabama. Mobile Baykeeper provides youth with meaningful experiences related to our waterways to foster the next generation of environmental leaders.}