The Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts) is proud to announce the four public art projects and artists selected as part of a $500,000 investment in community-based art, made possible through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding awarded by the City of Muncie.

Think of "Designed by the Public" as a playful interactive experience, courtesy of Mexico-based Tatiana Bilbao Estudio and Exhibit Columbus. This isn't your typical "look but don't touch" art installation—it's a creative free-for-all where Muncie residents get to play architect, designer, and dreamer all at once. 

This year, the Mayor’s Arts Awards is marking 10 years of celebrating Muncie’s vibrant arts community. But in order to honor all of the artists, arts advocates, arts educators, arts leaders and more, we need YOUR help!

MuncieArts is proud to announce the appointment of Tania Said as its new Executive Director. With more than 30 years of experience in museums, higher education, and nonprofits, Said brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for the arts to the organization. 

MuncieArts, in partnership with Muncie Public Library, is hosting a Public Art Community Workshop focused on the Whitely Community on Tuesday, June 11 from 6–7:30 pm at Connection Corner (1824 E Centennial Ave, Muncie, IN 47303).

Local artists Aimee Maychack and Mary Arnett-Delaney (M.A-D.), are hosting a pop-up shop at the PlySpace Gallery - featuring cards, mini-graphic novels, paintings, linocuts, prints, stickers, and more! Come by between 5:30-8:30 to check out the wares and support local artists!

I Made This For You is a queer solo clown show for all ages performed by PlySpace Resident Carmen Nikae! Performances Friday Nov. 17 - Sunday Nov. 19. Get your Tickets Now!

Join us for the opening of RADICAL MAKERS: An Exhibition of Contemporary Jewelry and Metalsmithing on First Thursday, November 2nd from 5 - 8 PM at PlySpace (304 S. Main Street, Muncie). The Ball State Metals Guild will be selling jewelry during the opening!

Theatrical Clown Workshop for adults (ages 18+) with PlySpace Resident Carmen Nikae
Thursday, October 26th from 5:30-8:30pm (Register for Free)

Radical Jewelry Makeover - Muncie! Come and get your jewelry-making on! Read on for a schedule of events for 2023-2024 as part of this awesome program.

New mural by Nicole Ponsler, located at the Hoyt Ave and Memorial Ave intersection

Meet the Midnight Palace, a new artwork in Dave’s Alley

The Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts), in conjunction with the City of Muncie, celebrated the 5th biennial Mayor’s Arts Awards on Saturday, September 30, at Southside Middle School, with receptions at Munsee Lanes.

Join us at 7:30 PM at Southside Middle School Auditorium for the 5th Biennial Mayor’s Arts Awards!

Dave’s Alley is getting a makeover!

Work began last week on a sculptural public art piece that will hang permanently in the downtown Muncie alleyway. This installation was brought to light – literally – by MuncieArts and the City of Muncie.

Nominations are open for 5th Biennial Mayor’s Arts Awards! Nomination Deadline: August 18th, 2023 @ 5 PM
Save the date! The Mayor’s Arts Awards return September 30, 2023, and the event to celebrate our nominees and award winners will be bigger than ever!

A new mural is coming to Muncie’s South Side!

Join us on Monday, December 5th at 6:30pm at the Maring-Hunt Library for an informal info session and pizza party where we will have all the details about applying to the On-Ramp Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator program. Jordan Adams from the Indiana Arts Commission will be here in-person to guide us through the process and answer all your questions and concerns!

MAKE THE WORLD A LITTLE BRIGHTER!

Show your support for the Arts in Muncie! Your gift can help us meet our goal for 2023 and create more arts experiences, opportunities, workshops, public art, and more in the City of Muncie!

Lexi Musselman joined our MuncieArts team early on this Spring! She recently received her MA in Social Practice Arts from the University of Indianapolis, and graduated from Ball State University in 2017 with her BFA in painting. She will be assisting with all of our programs including PlySpace, Box!Box!, public art, and much more!