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Artistic Rain Barrel Program

Twenty-five artistic rain barrels were featured at local libraries, schools, community centers and businesses in spring 2011. These unique works of art painted and decorated by local artists garnered newfound public attention for rain barrels as part of a fun and creative way to educate the community on the benefits of using rain barrels to improve water quality.

The Northern Virginia Rain Barrel Program - a strong partnership which brings low-cost rain barrels to residents of Fairfax County, Falls Church, Arlington County, Alexandria, and surrounding areas - is proud to be working with the rain barrel artists, who have all volunteered their time for the program.

Artistic Rain Barrel Artists' Reception and Silent Auction

Thanks to all who came to the Green Spring Gardens Horticulture Center to see the beautiful rain barrels and meet the local artists who designed and painted (and/or decorated) them. Artistic rain barrels are an attractive way to help reduce water consumption and protect local streams