WCAA is excited to announce that the online auction begins September 9 for our “Art Rain Barrels” the WCAA 2026 Summer Outdoor Art Project. Which of the 31 Rain Barrels will you bid on? This online auction is only for a limited time: September 9th – September 23th
https://new.biddingowl.com/WCAA2026rainbarrels
All summer long the Art Rain Barrels have been seen and enjoyed by everyone in our community and county. NOW, you have the opportunity to own your favorite Rain Barrel for your own garden, or display wherever you wish. Yes! These are functional Rain Barrels. They are food grade barrels and inside you will find the spigot and directions to put it together.
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Each Rain Barrel is unique and was designed and created by a local artist. Our starting bid is $135 with a BUY NOW button price of $235. Please note a 50 gallon rain barrel from a big box store range between $90-$120. This is a beautiful designed 60 gallon barrel. Your purchase will help support the Wayne County Arts Alliance and its ongoing projects. Winning bidders will be contacted following the end date of the auction, September 23th, to coordinate pick-up of their Rain Barrel.
Our 2026 Summer Art Project was organized by WCAA Artist Member Nadine Kloss-Gannon. Local businesses and friends sponsored the Rain Barrels in locations all over Wayne County from Memorial Day through Labor Day. View the map and details about Artists and Sponsors at waynecountyartsalliance.org/summer-art-2026/.
Wayne County Arts Alliance is a not-for-profit organization governed by volunteer members - artists and persons interested in the beneficial effects of the arts. WCAA is committed to developing a dynamic, art-friendly atmosphere in the community, one that enhances and enriches the lives of its citizens. For more information visit: www.waynecountyartsalliance.org.
We thank each and every bidder for supporting WCAA and our many art projects.