…with an Island Arts Community Celebration Labyrinth Project
Island Arts is excited to invite you to participate in the creation of our very own Island Labyrinth at our Island Arts Center, at Homer Knight Barn, 1127 US Route 2 in North Hero.
Labyrinths, are a community art form that has existed for over 5000 years. The walking patterns can be found on pottery, tablets and tiles in many cultures around the world. Modern day Labyrinths take the form that offers creative expression for the community that is inspired to design and build it.
Katya Wilcox, Island Arts President beautifully expressed, “Our goal for this project is to provide a creative opportunity to collaboratively build a Labyrinth that gives expression to the arts. Our project celebrates the gifts of all those who help to build and support community in the Champlain Islands and beyond.”
According to Dr. Lauren Artress, an internationally respected expert on Labyrinths, they offer a “cross-cultural blueprint for well-being.” The practice of labyrinth walking can “enhance creativity, relaxation, support healing” and provide an opportunity for quiet reflection.
The Island Arts Community Celebration Labyrinth is designed to serve as a centering place to honor the lives of community members, celebrate special events and gather to walk in reflection on the arts and the wholeness of being.
A Fun Introduction to the Labyrinth: Finding Your Way Creatively will be offered this summer in June and July at the Island Arts Center. Check out our website for more information about the course and the Island Arts Community Labyrinth project!
We’re just beginning, so if you’d like to help in our new creation, contact us.
Article submitted by: Carol A. Fournier, Island Arts Instructor & Creativity Coordinator
