$10 per person to enter- Cash only- ATM onsite. Children 12 and under free with an adult.

Three exhibits – art [all media], photo exhibit and featured solo artist show
Live music on two stages in two separate galleries
Cashless bars (credit/debit & all forms of mobile pay accepted) – roving snacks on trays – cool culture – historic building

Your entry fee to 4th Fridays also admits you into the Dole’s underground speakeasy, Lou’s Lounge for a LIVE music experience featuring , the Final featured performer in the Singer-Songwriter Showcase Series beginning 8:30pm.

4th Fridays is made possible by a large culture of committed volunteers who believe that keeping the arts alive and thriving in a community is beyond important. And doing that in a fresh + fun innovative monthly art event in an historic venue is one really great way to do that!

Nancy Merkling Productions’ 4th Fridays Art Event started at The Starline in Harvard in April 2011 and moved to The Dole Mansion in Crystal Lake in October 2019. We start our 2024 Season with our 98th event. Whoa, right?   

If you have questions, please connect one of the following ways.  We are here to help.

Phone – Nancy 815.347.8535 or  Email – nancy@nancymerkling.com