Experience the creativity, craftsmanship, and culture of downtown Butler during Troutman’s Art Mart at Steeples & Stacks Heritage Weekend. This outdoor artists market will feature regional artists, makers, and craftsmen showcasing original artwork, handmade goods, and creative demonstrations throughout the weekend celebration. From visual arts and handcrafted pieces to live creativity in action, Troutman’s Art
The event is designed as a hands-on clay experience where visitors and families can explore pottery and clay art interactively as part of the larger heritage and arts celebration happening throughout downtown Butler. The PennOhio Clay Guild is a nonprofit community of ceramic artists serving western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio, focused on making clay arts
Date: July 10–11, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Location: Downtown Butler Experience the words and legacy of celebrated American poet Paul Laurence Dunbar during this special self-guided poetry walk as part of Steeples & Stacks Heritage Weekend. Visitors are invited to explore downtown Butler while discovering selected works, reflections, and poetry inspired by
Families are invited to enjoy a day of creativity and hands-on fun during Steeples & Stacks Heritage Weekend. Children can take part in a variety of craft activities at the Butler Area Public Library as part of the community celebration of Butler’s history, art, and culture. Stop in throughout the day for family-friendly activities designed
Enjoy live music against the backdrop of the beautiful TW Phillips Building on Main Street. Radiant Strings grew from a mantra passed down through a family of musicians: "IT'S NOT CALLED WORKING THE VIOLIN, IT'S CALLED PLAYING THE VIOLIN." That mantra shaped our founder Nicole from the moment she picked up a violin at age
Step into the stories of Butler’s past during Steeples & Stacks Heritage Weekend. Join award-winning storyteller Alan Irvine on Saturday, July 11, at 1 p.m. as he brings the history, folklore, and legends of our region to life through captivating storytelling. From local history to unforgettable tales, this special presentation is a unique way to
Butler Magic is a locally produced silent film celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, bringing together the region’s most talented performers and featuring Butler County's most iconic locations in one imaginative, cinematic experience. When a present-day protagonist stumbles upon a mysterious prop trunk once belonging to Harry Houdini, he’s swept through time into a playful, high-stakes adventure. Joined
Born out of the heart of the Rust Belt, Cook McKoy (lead singer of Dinnerbell Road) brings a raw, industrial edge to the acoustic stage. Drawing inspiration from the smokestacks and coal mines of Pennsylvania, his music explores the high-stakes stories of everyday life—from family history to the long road home. Armed with a Gibson J-45 and
Enjoy live music against the backdrop of the beautiful TW Phillips Building on Main Street. Skye Burkett is an active performer in the Pittsburgh and Cleveland music scenes, making appearances at venues such as The Original Pittsburgh Winery, Spirit Hall, Mr. Smalls Funhouse, Bop Stop, and many more. When not performing solo, you may find
Enjoy live music against the backdrop of the beautiful TW Phillips Building on Main Street. Since his high school days, Tom has been an active songwriter. He performed with the infamous band The Acoustic Weasels (eventually truncated to The Weasels) during the early 1990s, then formed and fronted the band Mind’s I in 1995.
