Kentucky's most famous living folk artist is undoubtedly Minnie Adkins. Hailing from "Happy Gizzard Holler" in eastern Kentucky, Minnie is known for her carvings, paintings, quilts, and her generosity to the state's rich folk heritage. For many years, she hosted a "Day in the Country" at her rural home. Folk artists from all over would set up simple displays in Minnie's large yard as folk art collectors drove miles over the winding, hilly roads to scoop up the offered treasures.
As the event grew, it became a lot for the Adkins clan to manage, so several years ago they were pleased when the Folk Art Center in Morehead, Ky offered to stage the event. This June more than fifty terrific folk artists exhibited their work, led of course, by Minnie. Having missed the event the past several years, Madis and I were pleased to see how it has grown and prospered. These are the nicest people, the work is so very bright and fun. We returned with a very packed car, so look for lots of new folk art in the next few days.
As the event grew, it became a lot for the Adkins clan to manage, so several years ago they were pleased when the Folk Art Center in Morehead, Ky offered to stage the event. This June more than fifty terrific folk artists exhibited their work, led of course, by Minnie. Having missed the event the past several years, Madis and I were pleased to see how it has grown and prospered. These are the nicest people, the work is so very bright and fun. We returned with a very packed car, so look for lots of new folk art in the next few days.
