Some stories about Vivian Akers will be used in a new brochure.

NORWAY – This year’s Norway Summer Festival, hosted by Norway Downtown Revitalization, will highlight Vivian Akers, a Norway artist who lived and painted in the early part of the 20th century. Akers was known for his paintings, photography, life masks and woodcarvings, many of which are displayed in Norway homes.

Norway Downtown Revitalization hopes to have a walking tour of homes that feature Akers’ work. Any residents who have woodcarving or artwork created by Akers and who’d be willing to open their homes for a few hours for a walking tour are being asked to give Anne Campbell, downtown director, a call at 739-2215.

Many people in the area remember Akers, and festival organizers are eager to hear their stories. People who knew Akers are invited to share their memories at 7 p.m. May 26 at the Norway Memorial Library on Main Street.

Some of the stories will be used in a printed brochure, which will tell about Akers’ life and work. The brochure will be distributed free at the library and the summer festival.

Other events are in the works as well. Anyone interested in helping to organize these events is encouraged to contact Brittany Stevens at 739-2215.