Indianapolis Artsgarden

Lepidoptera was created by Indianapolis-based artist Shamira Wilson to celebrate the Artsgarden’s 25th anniversary.

Photo by Emily Schwank

The Indianapolis Artsgarden, owned and operated by the Arts Council of Indianapolis, is celebrating its 25th year as a destination for arts and culture events in the heart of downtown. 

Here are some fun facts about the Artgarden involving architecture, a tiny art mystery, love & romance, the Klingon Empire, and more. 

BEFORE YOU VISIT

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Owned and operated by the Arts Council of Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Artsgarden is a destination for arts and culture in the heart of downtown. The structure is a seven-story tall glass and steel icon over the intersection of Washington and Illinois Streets. The Artsgarden presents more than 250 free and public performances each year, along with monthly visual arts exhibitions by central Indiana artists. It is also rented for private events, including weddings, corporate receptions, and nonprofit events, which support funding for public arts programming.

Cultural Concierge
The Indianapolis Artsgarden also serves as a visitor’s center that provides resources for arts and cultural activities throughout the city. The Cultural Concierge desk is stocked with brochures and performance schedules for many of the arts organizations and venues in Indianapolis. The desk is staffed Monday - Sunday during regular Circle Centre mall hours to help visitors and residents plan their next art excursion.

Public Performances
The lunchtime music series, Garden Jams, presents a variety of genres and styles for public entertainment throughout the year. All are welcome to bring lunch and enjoy these casual one-hour performances. Special programming throughout the year includes Art & Soul: A Celebration of African American Art & Artists in Indiana in February, the Mistletoe Music Festival in November and December, an annual holiday music festival featuring performances by school bands and choirs, and National Poetry Month in April complete with poetry readings and partner exhibitions.

Visual Art Exhibitions
The Indianapolis Artsgarden has monthly visual arts exhibitions on display for public viewing. We curate shows from central Indiana emerging artists, student groups, and cultural and social organizations looking to share their artwork with the community.

Rental Events
The Indianapolis Artsgarden serves as a sophisticated venue for hundreds of private events, including corporate receptions, weddings, nonprofit events, press conferences, and more.