December 9th, 2024

Relive the Most Memorable Moments of 2024 at the Harrison Center This year: More than 400 artists showed their work at the Harrison Center in 2024, and more than 50% of the shows featured diverse artists.  43 artists have studios at Harrison Center; the largest number in our history. The Polklore Micro-Museum opened in June. Greatriarch Gatherings gave seniors the opportunity to socialize and learn. Storytelling Drawing Sessions gave neighbors a chance to tell their stories for the micro-museum and artists a place to practice their skills.  Fifty interns participated in everything at the Harrison Center, including leading the annual Bloombox Festival. Donors and partners like you make it possible for the Harrison Center to connect artists and patrons to neighborhoods and communities. Make a gift to the Harrison Center today! Donate Browse and Purchase December's Art Online Thank you to everyone who came out to December's First Friday to celebrate the opening of 4 new exhibits. Our online gallery is now live featuring artwork from all of December's shows (as well as November's!) You can browse and purchase artwork from this month’s shows from the comfort of home. Happy exploring. The perfect piece is just a click away! Buy Art Get Involved in Storytelling Drawing Join us in the exciting journey of creativity through our Storytelling Drawing Sessions, where art and narrative come together to inspire! These sessions offer a unique opportunity for participants of all ages to engage in the stories of long-term community members while expressing their creativity.  Recently, Plainfield High School art teacher Heather Armstrong brought her most advanced art students on field trip to the Harrison Center to participate in a Storytelling Drawing Session. Read about their experience on our blog. We encourage everyone to get involved by attending these immersive experiences on Thursdays from 1:30-3 pm in the Speck Gallery. To celebrate the artistic creations sparked during these sessions, we invite attendees to submit artwork for an upcoming exhibit in January titled Faces of the Block, which will showcase pieces created during these sessions. The submission deadline for Faces of the Block is Wednesday, December 18, 2024. This is a wonderful chance to share your interpretations and insights within our community, highlighting the expressive power of art and narrative. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of something special—let your creativity shine and submit your work today! Celebrate the 2024 Winter Window Walk Winners The Harrison Center's annual Winter Window Walk winners have been announced!  1st place ($500 prize): Meghan Curran 2nd place ($250 prize): Jess Stapp 3rd place ($100 prize): Merle Pace Popular vote winner ($100 prize): Meghan Curran Special thank-you to everyone who participated in voting. Each artist has brought their unique touch to this yearly tradition. Make sure to see all of the wonderful holiday windows illuminated around the building. View the display video here: window walk 2024 Discover The Real Teal Every December, the Harrison Center draws an excited crowd to view its annual color show, featuring submissions from hundreds of artists all centered around one color. This year, the Harrison Gallery and Annex are exhibiting The Real Teal, this year's eclectic and delightful celebration of the elusive color teal.   In The Real Teal, nearly 200 pieces from artists of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels come together to provide a vibrant exploration of the color teal and its variations. The diverse mediums include mosaics, prints, ceramics, textiles, collages, and hand-blown glass. Learn more on our blog. The Real Teal can be viewed anytime in the Harrison Gallery and Gallery Annex through December during Gallery Hours: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The works can also be viewed and purchased in our online gallery through January. Donate to the Harrison Center Erika BlueDecember 9, 2024 Twitter LinkedIn0 Reddit Tumblr Pinterest0 0 Likes Next December 2nd, 2024 Erika BlueDecember 2, 2024 Harrison Center 1505 North Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States (317) 396-3886 info@harrisoncenter.org Hours Mon 9am - 5pm Tue 9am - 5pm Wed 9am - 5pm Thu 9am - 5pm Fri 9am - 5pm Sat Closed Sun Closed Programs First Fridays Bloombox Art Dish About Overview Digital Guide Our Team Neighbors History Newsletter Other Artists Buy Art Donate Accessibility