Abita Springs En Plein Air Exhibition, featuring 75-90 paintings of Louisiana landscapes made by 26 artists on location ("in the open air") during the current year, will be on display in the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum April 21-23, 2023. Admission is free.

An opening reception will be held in the museum* from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, where free food, wine and Abita Beer will be served. The show and sale continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; however, collectors are encouraged to attend the opening, as this is when most paintings are sold. Participating artists included in the show will be announced as the event nears.

This three-day event is sponsored by Cleco and the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum, which receives a portion of the sales. The museum is located in the heart of town at 22044 Main St. across from the historic two-story gazebo.

For more information, contact Lynnette Soules at lynnabita@hotmail.com or call (985) 264-0528.

Photos: painting by Mary Monk; Carol Hallock working en plein air; guests at past receptions