The following galleries will be opening new exhibits (in alphabetical order by gallery) during First Thursday:
111 Arts Gallery & Tattoo Studio ~ 111 East Main Street ~ 765-282-8342
111 Arts Gallery will feature artworks by Indianapolis based graffiti artists Brian Kane and John Moore. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, February 5th, from 5 to 8pm at 111 E. Main Street.
For more information visit www.tattooindiana.com or http://www.myspace.com/tattooindiana.
The Artist Within ~ 313 S Walnut Street ~ 765-289-7895
The Artist Within will feature "Moving Forward with Hope" an exhibit of recent work by local artist Laurie Lunsford. An opening reception will be held First Thursday March 5, 2009 from 5-8pm.
Music for the opening will be provided by a live drum circle where visitors will be encouraged to participate. Nathan Shew, a graduate student in Music at BSU will lead the drum circle. READ MORE...
Artworks ~ 301 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-2221
'Occupational Hazards'... Seeking Relief Through Art at Artworks Gallery, located at 301 S. Walnut St. in Downtown Muncie. The theme "Occupational Hazards" refers to individuals who have jobs that are risky, hazardess and/or stressful.
This exhibit will showcase the artworks created by individuals who are either professional or advocational artists. There will be an opening reception during First Thursday, March 5th, from 5 to 8pm. READ MORE...
Blue Bottle ~ 206 South Walnut Street ~ 765-284-3630
Every First Thursday is Redtail Day at Blue Bottle Coffee Shop. Stop in anytime during the day, or during First Thursday in the evening, and help support Redtail Conservancy. You can also make donations online at fortheland.org.
Cornerstone Gallery ~ 520 East Main Street ~ 765-281-9503, ext. 15
Cornerstone Center for the Arts features an art gallery on the second floor, with regular exhibits by local and student artists. The gallery is open during First Thursdays.
Cornerstone offers a great learning experience for anyone interested in the arts. Classes are taught by knowledgeable teachers in a variety of categories, including, dance, visual arts, music, Kindermusik, theatre, writing and much more! Private lessons and one-time workshops are also available.
Click Here for Cornerstone's events calendar.
Downtown Farm Stand ~ 125 East Main Street ~ 765-288-3775
Downtown Farm Stand organic market at the corner of Main and Mulberry streets now carries Sue Beach's functional pottery. The Downtown Farm Stand is open during First Thursday, and offers a seasonal selection of meat, dairy, eggs, produce, bulk foods and canned goods from Indiana's finest farms and regional producers. Visit www.downtownfarmstand.com for info.
Gallery 308 ~ 308 E. Main Street ~ 765-289-8575
Busting Out - The Busts of Twila Graber Beahm at Gallery 308. The gallery's Living Arts series will hold a special presentation on March 19 at 7:00 PM in the Founders Gallery.
Gallery 308 is a 501(c)(3) community art gallery which exists to provide exhibition space for artists, encourage innovative work and serve the community as a cultural and educational resource. Contributions to Gallery 308 are tax-deductible. For more information about gallery hours, volunteer and donor opportunities, please call 765-289-8575. READ MORE...
Gordy Fine Art & Framing ~ 224 E Main Street ~ 765-284-8422
Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company will host an exhibition in March by retired Ball State University Professor of Biology, Ed Hale. Serigraph prints and metal sculptures depicting laboratory instruments, experiments or science phenomenon will be included in the month-long exhibit at the downtown gallery. An opening reception for the artist will be held on Thursday, March 5th from 5 to 8 PM. READ MORE...
Toys Forever Models & Hobbies ~ 311 South Walnut Street ~ 765-288-6505
On First Thursdays, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies hosts a meeting of modelers who build and detail plastic models of cars, trucks, aircraft, ships, sci-fi and other subjects. The meeting is held from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Come see finished models on display, models in the process of being built and talk to the modelers about tips and techniques. Any person interested is welcome to join and participate in the display and discussion. For more information, contact Brandon Mundell at Toys Forever Models & Hobbies (765) 288-6505.
In addition, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies will be open to the public extended hours until 8:00 PM First Thursday. Come meet our knowledgeable and friendly staff while exploring East Central Indiana's premier selection of model and hobby supplies.
Please visit all our other downtown Muncie businesses, many have extended hours or special events during First Thursdays. Additionally, all of Downtown's independently owned bars and restaurants will be open and ready to serve you. For more information, visit www.munciedowntown.com.
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Please help keep us informed of any upcoming events or exhibits in Downtown Muncie. Email details to info [at] munciedowntown.com.
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