Contact:
Kati Anderson
Public Relations Manager
Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau
715-779-1069
kati@Bayfield.org
Bayfield, Wis. (July 5, 2023) – The Department of Tourism announced a $22,750 Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) grant to the Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau to support promotional efforts for the second annual Art Escape event highlighting the region’s thriving arts community.
The funding has helped the Bayfield Chamber build upon the success from the inaugural Art Escape hosted last fall, which had an estimated 9,000 visitors. The nine-day experience invites visitors to Bayfield County and Madeline Island to immerse themselves in the artistic community through demonstrations, workshops, tours, open houses and meet-and-greets with local artists. It returns this year on September 9-17, 2023.
“Art Escape is a great example of how collaborative, innovative ideas drive tourism and support local businesses and artists,” said Tourism Secretary Anne Sayers. “Congratulations to the Bayfield Chamber for an outstanding first year. I am thrilled to see how Art Escape will continue to serve as a memory-worthy trip for thousands more.”
In its first year, Art Escape generated an estimated economic impact of $700,000 to Bayfield County and Madeline Island. More than 40 artists participated in the inaugural event.
This year, the Bayfield Chamber is happy to announce that visitors will have the opportunity to experience live demos, workshops, and open houses with nearly 50 artists at galleries and studios across Bayfield County and Madeline Island.
“We hope to continue building on this unique event that showcases our growing arts community comprised of artists who draw inspiration from the natural surroundings of Bayfield County and Madeline Island,” said Carol Fahrenkrog, executive director of the Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau.
Art Escape kicks off September 9 – 10, 2023, with the Bayfield Festival of Arts at Memorial Park in the heart of Bayfield. Applications are still being accepted for the Festival of Arts, due July 15, 2023.
ABOUT BAYFIELD CHAMBER & VISITOR BUREAU:
The Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau actively supports and promotes a healthy and vibrant business climate in the Chequamegon Bay region, currently serving approximately 300 members. Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau promotes the unique natural beauty, cultural heritage, and recreational opportunities within the Bayfield area, including the Apostle Islands, attracting visitors through marketing and destination development.
