The 2027 Mennonite Arts Weekend Presents...
Stories: Bridges to Understanding
February 5-7
Sharonville United Methodist Church, Cincinnati, OH
About the event
The Mennonite Arts Weekend event invites artists and art enthusiasts to join together for a weekend (every other February) of presentations, workshops, performances, and worship. The exciting biennial gathering brings together artists from across the United States and Canada to provide exposure for artists working in different facets of the arts and to provide a setting for interaction and the exchange of ideas.
Presenters
The 2027 weekend features several artists from a wide variety of disciplines, learn more below. You won't want to miss this event!
Adam Allen - photographer
Adam M. L. Tice - composer, hymn writer
Carole Elchert - documentarian
Philip Sugden - visual artist, documentarian
D. Michael Hostetler - filmmaker
Dorrin Gingerich - painter
Elisa Stone Leahy - author
Honeytown Band
Johann Zimmermann - engineer
Just Plain Wrong Podcast
Lenore Voth Hiebert - musician, pianist
Thomas Hiebert - musician, french horn
Madonna Yoder - origami
Norah Ruth Amstutz - potter
Showalter Guitars - luthier
Event schedule - TBD
The venue
The 2025 event will be held at Sharonville United Methodist Church in Sharonville located in the northern Cincinnati metro area about 13 miles from downtown. Hotel and area information can be viewed on the Registration page.
Childcare will be offered so you will be able to attend sessions without distractions. We are excited to see you!
For the kids
Childcare and activities are provided for kids in attendance!
Some of the planned activities that will be available throughout the weekend include:
- Coloring pages and colored pencils for children who wish to remain with their grown-ups
- Youth room for ages 1st grade and up with board games, toys, art activities, and supplies to make hygiene and school kits for those in need
- Art activities include woven placemats, paper garlands, tissue paper flowers, friendship bracelets, origami, wire art, and nail with string art
Kids are welcome to attend any presentations and some workshops (see registration page for age limits).
Feedback past events...
Mennonite Arts Weekend refreshed my appreciation for the variety of artists within our collective tradition. The weekend inspired and stimulated me in ways that go well beyond simple attendance at an event. I was reminded of the many connections linking faith and friends, and interests and vocations. I'm excited for what the next event holds.
-Bill Braun, Fresno, CA
The talents shared and experiences at MAW left me feeling inspired and hopeful! And who doesn’t love a good hymn sing?
- Molly Seeck, Cincinnati, OH
During the weekend participants have the opportunity to see and listen to amazing artists, gain insights into the creative process, renew friendships and make new connections.
- Ed Diller, Cincinnati, Ohio
The weekend is a great weekend to explore and learn about artists and their work in an intimate setting. You really learn about the deep meanings associated with their work.
- Jaimi Widmer, Cincinnati, OH