Our History

Rosewood Festival was founded by Forrest Whitlark and Arik Bjorn in 2010. Their vision was to create a festival of visual and performing arts in the beautiful communities of Shandon and Rosewood located in Columbia, South Carolina. What evolved is an event which reaches beyond the Southeastern United States in talent, yet still keeps its personal and relaxed atmosphere to provide one of the best small festivals in the country.

Our Mission

The Festival’s mission is to create a balance of visual and performing arts from some of the best artists in the country, while introducing new and exciting talent for art patrons to explore.

Join the celebration of Southern Arts!