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ARTS & CULTURAL LISTINGS
OPPORTUNITIES
IN THE GALLERY AT ARTS ILLIANA:
UPCOMING IN THE GALLERY:
CALL TO ARTISTS!! In Arts Illiana’s six-county region (Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion, and Vigo) and the Illinois counties of Clark and Edgar.
The Gallery at Arts Illiana invites you to submit artwork for the upcoming "END OF SUMMER EXTRAVAGANZA"
Dates: September 5th through October 11th.
The End of Summer Clearance Extravaganza is your chance to do a "creative clean-out!"
Learn more/read Prospectus/link to entry form here
smallART2025
SUBMISSIONS OPEN NOW! See Full Prospectus HERE.
smallART 2025 is a unique exhibition showcasing the creativity of local artists from the Arts Illiana’s six-county region (Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion, and Vigo) and the Illinois counties of Clark and Edgar.
Opening Reception: October 24th, 2025, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Viewing days: October 24th, 2025 - January 16th, 2026.
Coming in February 2026
"crow show 2026"
👍 LIKE & FOLLOW OUR GALLERY FACEBOOK PAGE 👉 The Gallery at Arts Illiana
NEW TO ARTS ILLIANA...WE NOW HAVE CITY OF TERRE HAUTE FLAGS ON SALE!
Flags are priced at $50.00 and can be purchased during out regular office/gallery hours.
This wonderful group of local poetry and prose writers meets monthly at Arts Illiana. We are fortunate to have them convene in our venue and celebrate the literary arts! Come to read or listen!
THIRD THURSDAY POETRY & PROSE NIGHT WILL BE ON HIATUS FOR JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2025
THE GROUP WILL RESUME OCTOBER 16, 2025
Poetry (&Prose) Night:
COME TO READ OR COME TO LISTEN
Open Reading 6:30- 8:30 p.m.
New Artist Opportunities!!
FRIENDS OF LINCOLN TRAIL STATE PARK ANNOUNCE:
Art In Nature
Local Artisans with booths in the Red Oak Shelter
Sunday, October 12
Noon to 5 PM
Artisans wishing to secure a booth space ($20 fee) Click here for more information.
CALL FOR WOOD AND METAL ARTISTS!
The Putnam County Museum announces a Fall Exhibition entitled, Ideas Wrought in Form.
Exhibition dates are being firmed up and will be announced soon! More information:
Press Release
Submission guidelines
FROM THE INDIANA ARTS COMMISSION
Work In Progress Exchange Labs -- ARTISTS WORKING IN ALL ARTS DISCIPLINES! OPPORTUNITY TO NETWORK AND APPLY FOR MINI-GRANTS TOWARD YOUR CURRENT WORK OR FUTURE PROJECTS!!!
Works in Progress Exchange Labs—Western Region. (This includes counties in our region: Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion, and Vigo) Arts Illiana will host two Labs: September 13 and October 11.
Here is link to register: Work In Progress: Exchange Labs (Western Region)
Let me know if you have any questions.
Are you looking to gain traction in your creative process? Join at the Work In Progress: Exchange Labs to share ideas with fellow creatives in your local area. Engage in discussions that will help you develop new projects, move stagnant ideas forward, and advance existing works. Come prepared to share reflections on your own creative barriers before connecting with a robust group and walk away with insights and exercises to experiment with!
Artists will meet monthly across different areas of the state to build community hubs dedicated to creatives. Artists who participate in these small groups will also be eligible for small support grants on a rolling basis.
The feedback from the Indiana Arts Commission Artist Needs Assessment was used to inform the design and planning of proposed services and programs for Indiana artists. Read a full report of the process and findings of the Artist Needs Assessment and the planned program responses.
Fall Cycle of Arts Project Support Grant Program
Opens September 1, 2025
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2025
Click for more information
ART SPACES: WABASH VALLEY OUTDOOR SCULPTURE COLLECTION
Save The Date!
Annual Dinner
October 23
It Was A Very Good Year-A Taste of Wines w/Dinner
INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Register for all listed classes at link below.
For more information on classes and registration LOTS OF FUN FALL CLASSES, LESSONS, ETC.
Something special is simmering at The Ohio Building. The historic downtown landmark is set to unveil a brand-new dining experience — Sips & Savories at The Ohio — a restaurant concept slated to officially open in 2026. But curious food lovers won’t have to wait until next year to get a taste.
The Ohio Building invites guests to a limited-run pop-up restaurant preview of Sips & Savories at The Ohio, offering an exclusive first look at what’s cooking behind the scenes. Click here for pop-up dates.
Symphony Centennial: The Story of the Terre Haute Symphony’s First 100 Years
September 6
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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Vigo County Historical Society (map)
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With Dr. David Chapman, THSO Board President
Join us for an exploration of the first 100 years of the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra, from its visionary leaders and creative artists to its generous supporters and strategic partners. The path to becoming Indiana’s oldest orchestra was rarely easy, marked by resilience, reinvention, and community spirit. This remarkable story traces a century of growth for both the orchestra and the city it calls home.
Admission is free to History Center members and OLLI Members
Adult admission is $7 and seniors $6
ON VIEW AT REGIONAL GALLERIES
Gallery and Exhibition listings are NOT listed in Calendar order and are updated each week, if applicable.
Click on Gallery Name to visit website...
GASLIGHT ART COLONY
"Celebrating 15th Anniversary"
Current Exhibition:
July 19 -- September 13
Fiber Art Juried Show
Click here for upcoming artist entries
LINK ART GALLERY
Current Exhibition:
July 18th – August 22, 2025:
“Annual Midwest Photography Show”
Open to all photographers ages 10 & up (Youth Division: Ages 10 – 17; Adult Division: Ages 18 & up)
Upcoming:
August 29th – September 26, 2025:
“Thomas Wright Photography”
Reception: Friday, August 29, 2025, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Stuart Snoddy: Pleasant Fictions
August 20 - October 12, 2025
Peeler Art Center, Visual Arts Gallery
An Invitation to the Grotesque and Macabre:
A Survey of Gothic Art
August 20, 2025 - January 26, 2026
Peeler Art Center, Second floor Display Case
INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES
On View:
YANG FAMILY UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY:
The Swope Art Museum 81st Annual Wabash Valley Exhibition
August 19 – October 31, 2025
Opening Reception on Friday, August 29th 4-8 PM.
The Annual Wabash Valley Exhibition invites artists residing in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee in painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and new media. Over $8,000 in prizes are awarded annually. The Swope Art Museum is collaborating with Indiana State University Yang Family Art Gallery while the Swope is closed for renovations.
TURMAN GALLERY (click on gallery link for more information)
Third Annual Juried Exhibition
August 18--October 24
Reception: Ocotber 25 from 5-6 pm
Email chloe@javahaute.com for a information
MUSE ART click here to see the latest news from Muse!
UPCOMING CLASSES: (Click here for more classes and information)
Beginner Artist Series: Watercolor – Starts Tuesday, August 19th | 5:30–7:30pm
Join local artist De Householder for a 3-week journey through brush techniques, washes, and more!
📍 $140 | Ages 16+ | Supplies optional (you can request the supply list if curious)
https://www.museartterrehaute.com/classes/beginner-watercolor-mini-series
Beginner Artist Series: Oil Painting – Starts Wednesday, August 27th | 6–8pm
Explore composition, underpainting, and glazing in this 5-week deep dive into oils.
📍 $280 ($56/class) | Ages 18+ | Supplies optional (supply list can be requested)
https://www.museartterrehaute.com/classes/beginners-art-series-oil
ROSE-HULMAN ART EXHIBITION
Watch for information on Fall 2025 Exhibition
SWOPE ART MUSEUM
Click on links below to learn more about what the Swope offers to the community.
The museum will close to the public on Thursday, May 28 and will reopen in January of 2026.
Annual Exhibitions
The 81st Annual Wabash Valley Exhibition
August 19 – October 31, 2025
Opening Reception on Friday, August 29th 4-8 PM.
The Annual Wabash Valley Exhibition invites artists residing in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee in painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and new media. Over $8,000 in prizes are awarded annually. The Swope Art Museum is collaborating with Indiana State University Yang Family Art Gallery while the Swope is closed for renovations.
COVERED BRIDGE ART ASSOCIATION AND GALLERY
Shop Small and Shop Local!
Seeking Entries for 2025
September Open Show
Open Class Art Show!
September 4--28
Exhibitions:
August "Park It"
September: “Fall Clearance Sale”
Sullivan Area Art Guild members will be having a “Fall Clearance Sale” at the Gallery during the month of September. Nothing will be over $50!
Gallery located on the west side of the square in Sullivan, Indiana. Days and hours are: Thursday and Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-12:30.
Coming in September-Registration open now!
"Paint Slingers Shindig"
Paint Out Event
On the Banks of the Wabash
Merom, Indiana
September 25-27, 2025
Registration forms available at Arts Illiana or Sullivan Area Art Guild
For information: sharoo777@aol.com
RCAA 17th Annual Juried Art Exhibit
17th Annual RCAA Juried Art Exhibit to be on display Aug. 1 through 29 in First Financial Bank at Sixth Street and Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, Indiana.
An opening reception is set for 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, with an awards ceremony at 6:30. Admission is free during the reception and regular banking hours through Aug. 29.
REGIONAL ARTISTS' WORKS ON EXHIBIT AROUND THE STATE....
101st Annual Hoosier Art Salon Exhibition
August 23–October 25, 2025
At the Indiana State Museum
The Hoosier Art Salon will kickoff the 101st Annual Exhibition on August 20th, 2025 with the VIP Awards Reception. The exhibit opens to the public on August 23rd!
Regional artists who were accepted into the 2025 Salon include: Anna Lee Chalos-McAleese; Andy McAleese; Rod Bradfield; and Todd Stokes. Congratulations to all!
For more information and to purchase tickets visit https://www.hoosierartsalon.org/
TERRE HAUTE PLEIN AIR PAINTING GROUP
For information, contact: pleinairth.draw456@passinbox.com
PERFORMING ARTS IN THE WABASH VALLEY
The Wabash Valley has an amazing array of performing arts opportunities! Please find current listings below and if you want to see what's ahead in the season, just click on the venue title and visit either their website or Facebook pages. If you don't see your listing, please email info@artsilliana.org and send your event information!
COMMUNITY THEATRE OF TERRE HAUTE
2025-2026 Mainstage Series
A Bad Year for Tomatoes (Comedy)
October 3, 4, 5 | 10, 11, 12, 2025
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Comedy)
December 5, 6, 7 | 12, 13, 14, 2025
Freaky Friday (Musical)
March 6, 7, 8 | 13, 14, & 15, 2026
These Shining Lives (Drama)
May 8, 9, 10 | 15, 16, & 17, 2026
2025-2026 Oakley Series
The Oakley Series performed in CT’s rehearsal hall is a “black box” theater area with a movable seating area, a movable stage, and a flexible lighting system featuring small casts & minimal sets.
Assisted Living (Comedy)
November 14, 15, & 16, 2025
Love Loss, and What I Wore
April 10, 11, & 12, 2026
DEPAUW GREEN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
DePauw Jazz:
Jazz at the Duck
Every Thursday • 8:30 p.m.
The Fluttering Duck, 2 West Seminary
HATFIELD HALL
Rose-Hulman Performing Arts Series | Main Stage
The 2025 - 2026 Rose-Hulman
Performing Arts Series:
517 W Main St. Farmersburg Indiana
Farmersburg Theater is a new nonprofit rehabilitating an old church into a theater. While the repairs are underway, a series of free art events are being held.
Current Exhibit:
"Downfall"
Read more about the exhibit
Scare Team hiring!
Farmersburg theater is looking for some talented actors, musicians, and set design artists for our Hallowe'en Multisensory tour of terror: "Out of Your Senses" in Farmersburg, Indiana.
Showtimes are the last two weeks of October.
Rehearsals and set-up will be during October.
Contact: farmersburgtheater@gmail.com
Announcing 2025-26 Season!
Spencer Day – A Night with Sinatra (09/13)
Live from Laurel Canyon – Reliving the ‘60s & ‘70s (10/04)
The Rocketman Show – Elton John Tribute (10/19)
Betsy & the Bears – Jazz & Vintage Vibes (11/22)
The Harp Twins – Twin Harps, Epic Sound (12/20)
The Everly Set – Everly Brothers Tribute (02/14)
Red Hot Chili Pipers – Bagpipes Meet Rock & Roll (03/05)
Patti Murin – From Oz to Us (04/25)
Individual tickets go on sale August 1st!
Season tickets can be purchased by contacting PCOFA Manager Tanner Laughlin at 217-251-6626.
TERRE HAUTE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Click on link below for 2025-26 Season Information and Tickets
Season Tickets — Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra
The Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra is excited to officially welcome Dr. Roger Kalia as our new Music Director! Read more
OLLI Presentation: 2025-2026 Season Preview
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Friday, August 22, 2025
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1:00 PM 2:30 PM
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ISU Cunningham Memorial Library, Room 028510 North 6th 1/2 Street, Terre Haute, IN, 47809United States (map)
Westminster Symphony Sundays: Flute Choir
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Sunday, August 24, 2025
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2:00 PM 3:00 PM