Say Goodbye to July with a Weekend of Art!

Lots of arts events are happening this weekend in Central Indiana! Whether you're in the mood for dancing or enjoying some fine art with a glass of beer, this weekend has something for everyone.

Broadway Art Show

On July 25th-27th, the Monticello Public Library is hosting its 7th annual Broadway Art Show! The show includes work from 60 local artists with work ranging from pottery to paintings. The show begins on July 25th! A schedule for the show is listed below.

Friday, July 25th

5:00-9:00 pm

Saturday, July 26th

9:00 am-5:00 pm

Sunday, July 27th

11:00 am-4:00 pm

Art & Ale

As a new feature part of the Broadway Art Show, the Monticello Public Library is hosting an Art and Ale Biergarten. Participants will be able to taste a number of beers from Indiana Craft breweries on Saturday, July 26th from 12:00-5:00 pm. General admission is $12 per ticket and includes two drink tickets. Additional tickets can be purchased at the event.

Free National Dance Day Workshop

Celebrate National Dance Day at Studio b in downtown Lafayette! Dance enthusiasts of all skill levels and ages are invited to participate. Come learn the official National Dance Day routines from our skilled instructors and then be a part of our community performance! Videos of our event will be posted on Facebook, and if selected, could even appear on Fox Network's "So You Think You Can Dance"! Bring your friends and family to help us celebrate the art and beauty of dance! The workshop will take place at 1:00-3:00 pm on Saturday, July 26th. 

Haan Mansion Museum of Indiana Art Tours

See an unparalleled collection of historic Indiana paintings in a grand Classical Revival mansion furnished with museum-quality American antiques, including several impressive grandfather clocks and music boxes. Get a sneak peek at outstanding ceramics by historic and contemporary Indiana ceramic artists. Tour schedules and prices are listed below.

Saturday, July 26th

10:00-11:30 am

1:30-3:00 pm

Sunday, July 27th

1:30-3:00 pm

Tickets are $10 for adults in advance and $12 at the door. Children are half price.

Ceramic Painting Workshop

The Max Tannenbaum Cultural Center in Crawfordsville is holding ceramic painting classes at 10 am-12:00 pm on Saturday, July 26th. Paint a summer theme  on your ceramic items.  Enjoy a cool pottery painting art class and escape the heat for an evening! Purchase price includes your item to paint, use of the glazes and the final firing in our kiln. Items can be picked up at the Rotary Jail Museum next to the Tannenbaum Cultural Center, during regular hours of operations Wednesday through Saturday 10-5. Bring your paper ticket or pay at the door! Tickets cost $10 and up.

Rock the Arts Festival

Rock the Arts is an interactive Art and Music Festival held in Downtown Rensselaer. This year's festival will include art displays, artisan booths, food vendors, a beer & wine garden, and musical performances, which include Fever Fever, Brandon Whyde, and the Howling Tongues. Admission is free and donations are accepted. All proceeds benefit the Prairie Arts Council. The event will be held on Saturday, July 26th in Potawatami Park and last from 1:00-11:00 pm. 

So long July! Check back soon for art classes and other events coming up in August!