HONORING THE LEGENDARY MADONNARI

Chalking the streets began in Europe during the 16th century. Italy was the hub of the of the Madonnari (street artists.) The Madonnari would congregate in front of cathedrals and in town squares, drawing the Madonna and other religious icons using chalk, coal and tile. Coins were tossed to them as they chalked to pay homage to Madonna. Today, chalk art festivals are popular artistic events throughout the US and Europe, and artists travel from all over the USA and other continents to showcase their amazing form of performance art. The art created is temporary, and is washed away after the event.

JOIN US IN WELCOMING OUR 2025 participating chalk artists!