Art From the Start - MCAS Elementary Art Show Reception
On display at LCA, from April 9 until May 6, is the Art from the Start exhibition. Crafted in the art rooms of Michigan City Area Schools elementary schools, this exhibit features 2-D and 3-D pieces with mediums such as paint, clay, chalk pastels, paper and more. Student work ranges from kindergarten through 6th grade and will FILL the walls of the NIPSCO Art Education Studios at LCA! Please join us for this opening reception to honor the flourishing creativity of our students.
To alleviate crowding, we kindly ask that families plan to come at the following times corresponding to their student's school if possible:
4:30 PM Lake Hills and Marsh 5 PM Edgewood and Springfield 5:30 PM Knapp and Pine 6 PM Coolspring
Book Signing Meet & Greet with author Vanessa Nixon
Join us at Lubeznik Center for the Arts on Saturday, April 26, from 1-2:30 PM CT, for a special book signing meet and greet with author Vanessa Nixon as she shares her inspiring book, "You Can Do All Things!" This uplifting book encourages readers to overcome challenges with resilience and confidence.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with the author, hear about her journey and get a signed copy of the book. Free and open to the public!
Time: 1-2:30 PM CT
May First Friday: Live Music with Evans Frassine
First Friday
Join us at LCA on May 2, from 5-8 PM CT for an evening of soulful sound and good vibes featuring a live performance by Evans Frassine–a talented blues and soul guitarist and vocalist from Chesterton, IN. Playing since the age of nine, Frassine brings a dynamic mix of blues, jazz, rock and folk to the stage.
Enjoy the music, complimentary light refreshments and a cash bar in a vibrant, art-filled atmosphere. As always, admission is free. Bring your friends!
Time: 5-8 PM CT
Bistro on the Greens Give Back Night
Join us for a flavorful evening at Bistro on the Greens, where 20% of your food purchase will be donated to LCA! Savor classic Creole dishes and rustic Southern cuisine, all made with fresh ingredients and a touch of Southern hospitality. Dine in, enjoy the lively New Orleans-inspired atmosphere and support the arts–because every bite gives back!*Good for take-out and gift cards*
Please mention you are at the restaurant as a supporter of LCA, (Reservations preferred).
Time: 4-8 PM (Central)
Kintsugi Workshop
ArtMakers
LCA Artmaker members, join us for a very unique and authentic art experience, exclusively for LCA donors. The workshop will include an introduction to Kyoto culture and history as it relates to the art of kintsugi, overview of the process of kintsugi with examples of work (current and historic) that all can see and touch, actual process of kintsugi (so all can adhere broken pieces together and paint chips, cracks or breaks with gold) and the importance of Japanese tea as related to kintsugi history, with a provision of Japanese tea for all.
This is an offering for those who could not join us for the first workshop previously held. If you participated in the January workshop, please allow others the opportunity to sign up for this one. This workshop is limited to the first 50 people who RSVP. Please RSVP to Nicole at nguenin@lubeznikcenter.org.
Time: 4-6 PM (Central)
Teacher: Sharon Meyers
Free Family Day
Join us for a FREE day of art-making at LCA on Saturday, May 24 from 1-3 PM (Central)! Explore our galleries with a fun scavenger hunt through the "Ordinary Wonders" exhibit, and enjoy complimentary snacks along the way. Everyone is welcome!
This program is supported by the generous funding of the MCCEC.
Time: 1–3 PM CST
LOK Young Artist Expo Showcase
First Friday
Calling All Young Artists!
Submit your art for the Young Artist Expo, a showcase for artists between the ages of 7 and 18. Contact nmarcano@lubeznikcenter.org to schedule a portfolio review by May 2. This is an informal review that can take place in person or online.
Join us Friday, June 6 from 5-8 PM (Central) for the opening celebration of the Lindsey O'Brien Kesling Wishing Tree Foundation Young Artist Expo (LOK YAE) showcase at Lubeznik Center for the Arts!
The evening’s free, family-friendly program will begin at 6 PM. Attendees can browse the exhibition of student artwork and even purchase artwork created by these talented young artists. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available throughout the event.
This exhibition is a showcase of talented youth ages 7 through 18 in all media. The LOK YAE represents artists from LCA’s partnerships with numerous community and regional school partners. The artwork, chosen through individual portfolio review, is an impressive display of the extraordinarily talented youth from across the region.
Time: 5-8 PM (Central)
The Watercolors of DC Langley
ArtMakers
LCA Artmaker members, spend the day seeing the art of DC Langley, hosted by his daughter Judi at the home and garden he and his wife, Joan, built in 1968. DC was a prolific artist, choosing watercolor to render what he observed for over 40 years along the southern shores of Lake Michigan, and a long-time participant in the Lubeznik Arts Festival. Light refreshments and wine will be served. This event is exclusively for LCA donors.
Please RSVP to Nicole at nguenin@lubeznikcenter.org.
Time: Noon-3 PM (Central)
2025 ArtBash: Over the Rainbow
Join us at The Great Hall at PNW on Saturday, June 28, at 5:30 PM CST and help Lubeznik Center for the Arts build our creative hub for our diverse community! We make incredible art experiences accessible to all, both inside and outside of our walls. Come dressed as a color of the rainbow, the whole rainbow or your favorite character from the Land of Oz!
The evening includes:
Cocktails
Dinner
Silent & Live Auctions
Dancing
Tickets, table hosts, sponsorships and more are available through the link!
LCA Artmaker members, enjoy a "Summer in Kyoto" experience in the home of kintsugi instructor and ceramic artist Sharon Meyers and her husband, Kevin Yost, in their intentionally designed property using Japanese design principles and a reduce, reuse, recycle approach to creating the space. Savor Japanese-inspired drinks, appetizers and desserts Sharon learned to make while studying in Kyoto last year, along with a chef demo of a Japanese dish you can then make at home. This event is exclusively for LCA donors.
Please RSVP to Nicole at nguenin@lubeznikcenter.org.
Time: Noon-2 PM OR 2-4 PM (Central)
Teacher: Sharon Meyers
Lubeznik Arts Festival
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Join us this summer for our 43rd Lubeznik Arts Festival (LAF)! LAF is one of the highlights of summer in Northwest Indiana! Taking place on LCA’s grounds, just steps away from Lake Michigan, LAF connects festival-goers to our dynamic programming and exhibitions. During this year’s festival, we’ll have 80+ artists, food vendors, indoor exhibitions, family activities and live demos. LCA's summer blockbuster exhibition, Women to the Front, will also be on display inside LCA.
Application deadline for artists to apply has been extended to April 10!
Please RSVP to Nicole at nguenin@lubeznikcenter.org.
Time: Noon-2 PM or 2-4 PM (Central)
Zine Fest
Join us at Zine Fest and discover 40+ vendors, unique voices, handmade art and DIY culture. All are welcome!
Time: 11 AM-4PM (Central)
NIPSCO Educational Studios Exhibitions
In our NIPSCO Educational Studios, local artists from around the region exhibit their artwork throughout the year. Each month, you can find different artists' work displayed in the studios. Click the button below to view the upcoming schedule!
Our free First Friday cultural programs take place on the first Friday of each month from 5-8 PM. The annual schedule includes everything from exhibition openings to live music to youth dance performances. All events feature free admission, free food and a cash bar. A typical First Friday sees between 150 and 400 visitors of all ages.
ArtBash Gala
Every June, join us for our annual ArtBash Gala and help support our mission of integrating art, education and community to provide access to compelling exhibitions and programs that explore contemporary ideas. Your support ensures everyone has access to the arts. The night includes an open bar, dinner, a silent auction, dancing and fun!
This popular festival held by Lubeznik Center for the Arts is one of the highlights of summer in Northwest Indiana. It takes place on LCA’s grounds to connect festival-goers to the our dynamic programming and exhibitions. Spend two fun-filled days in the summer with 70+ art vendors, a live mural invitational, indoor exhibitions, family activities, demos, local food vendors and beer and wine!
During the winter, hundreds of our Gallery Shop items spill into the lobby for our Holiday Artisan Market. Lubeznik Center for the Arts annual Holiday Artisan Market, held from late November to early January, is the place to find unique gifts crafted by local artisans including jewelry, ceramics and wearable art. Come celebrate the winter season and support local artists!
