Poet’s Palette: Watercolor, Ink, and the Spirit of Vachel Lindsay

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

Vachel Lindsay Home | Springfield

Illinois Department of Natural Resources State Historic Sites Springfield
Publisher/HostIllinois Department of Natural Resources State Historic Sites Springfield
Poet\u2019s Palette: Watercolor, Ink, and the Spirit of Vachel Lindsay
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Experience the artistry and legacy of Vachel Lindsay with Carolyn Owen Sommer
About this Event

Held in the inspiring setting of the Vachel Lindsay Home, this adult workshop invites participants to explore their creativity through watercolor, pen, and ink while drawing inspiration from Lindsay's unique vision.

Enjoy a special reading of his poetry and view original works by Lindsay on display, connecting deeply with his artistic and literary world.

Please bring a sack lunch to enjoy during a mid-session break.

All art materials will be provided—just bring your imagination and an appreciation for history and creativity!

Learn more about Carolyn Owen Sommer


Guests will not be permitted to touch any furniture, artwork or other artifacts in the house, regardless of whether they are wearing gloves/using sanitizer.

The Vachel Lindsay Home is two stories and requires the use of stairs to access all entrances and exits. Please keep this in mind when making your reservations.

Pets are not allowed inside the Vachel Lindsay Home. Service animals are welcome. Please note we do not have a pet boarding facility on-site and we do not allow pets to be left outside unattended. Questions about this policy should be directed to our site superintendent at [email protected].


Parking

Metered street parking is available along Fifth Street in front of the house. Please note the City of Springfield does not currently require you to pay the parking meters; however “no parking,” “2-hour limit” and similar signs will be enforced.

Vachel Lindsay Home guests are also welcome to use the free parking lot for the Dana-Thomas House located on the corner of Fourth Street and Lawrence Avenue. It is approximately three blocks from the Lindsay Home.

Photography Policy

Photography, video and other recording are permitted throughout the site, both indoors and out, with the exception of drone photography.

Additional Information

More information about the site, including educational resources for teachers, are available at http://historicspringfield.dnr.illinois.gov

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Vachel Lindsay Home, 603 South 5th Street, Springfield, United States

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