First Saturday Arts Market in the Heights to celebrate 22 years in March

Heights artist Mitch Cohen founded the First Saturday Arts Market back in 2004. Now, Houston's longest-running monthly outdoor fine art event will celebrate its 22nd year in the Heights on March 7.

Some context

The First Saturday Arts Market features dozens of visual artists showcasing their work, ranging from paintings and sculptures to photography and jewelry. The free outdoor event also often includes local entertainment and occurs on the first Saturday of every month.

The celebration

To celebrate 22 years in the neighborhood, Cohen will host an anniversary edition of the market on March 7 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will spotlight several artists with 20+ years at the market, including:

• Potter John Delafield
• Painter Carolyn Coates
• Outsider artist Dean Snider
• Cammie's Handmade Soaps

The market is free and open to the public.

• Celebrating 22 years
• 540 W. 19th St., Houston
• www.firstsaturdayartsmarket.com