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Artistic Rain Barrel Program

Twenty-five artistic rain barrels were featured at local libraries, schools, community centers and businesses. 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 partnership which brings low-cost rain barrels to residents of Fairfax County, Falls Church, Arlington County, Alexandria, and surrounding areas - was pleased to work with the rain barrel artists, who all volunteered their time for the program.

Thanks to all who came to the Artists' Reception and Silent Auction 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.