For the month of May, City Gallery is exhibiting JD Bills's most recent body of work, Process & Play. This work explores a range of ideas, materials, and approaches that all reflect the joy and risk of Bills's creative process. harrisoncenter.org/process-play-j…

Thank you to everyone who joined us for one of our busiest and most unforgettable openings of the year! Relive the energy of May First Friday with our monthly recap video, created by intern Kya Pruitt. youtu.be/gxexly0HX1A?fe…

A dedicated neighborhood advocate and former member of the IPS Board, Elizabeth Gore currently serves as Chairperson of the Martindale-Brightwood Environmental Justice Collaborative. Join us this Thursday to hear her story at 1:30pm in the Speck Gallery!

For the month of May, Speck Gallery will be exhibiting Johnson Simon and ROSEY's paintings. May is mental health awareness month, and this show seeks to shed light on the barriers Simon and Rosey face, and how art can help them work through them. youtube.com/watch?v=ODgHLH…

This May, the Harrison Center's Lift Gallery proudly presents May Reverie, a solo exhibition by artist Kristi Marsh Watson. For Watson, May has always been magical; her childhood was shaped by memory-making traditions centered around the Indianapolis 500. youtu.be/q8kRFl8aBaY?fe…

Taking place in the Sky Gallery throughout May is Astral Itinerary by Deonna Craig. This exhibit offers a dynamic visual narrative inspired by the artists' global travels, personal transformation, and ancestral connections. harrisoncenter.org/blog/2025/4/30…

This May, the Hank & Dolly Gallery becomes a launchpad into the imaginative world of Kent Brinkley, where everyday life meets the surreal and the mysterious. Read the full blog: harrisoncenter.org/.../dreamscape…

Reminder: You're Invited to our Porch Party today! Neighbors, join us from 3–5 PM for a citywide celebration of community, the Indy 500 and a new mural at Polk Stables (1533 Lewis St). This is more than a party—it’s a celebration of community, culture, and place. See you soon!

One more week to see Kyle Ragsdale's newest body of work, Hecho en México, created during a two-week residency in the colorful city of Guanajuato. Read the full blog here. harrisoncenter.org/blog/2025/4/30…

Shirley Webster devoted her life to service, leaving a legacy of kindness and leadership behind. We are thankful to have been a part of Miss Shirley's story, and will miss her greatly. youtu.be/goUUnaQM9KM?fe…

You made it possible! Thanks to your support, a new mural by local artist Shamira Wilson is now up on the south wall of the Polklore Micro-Museum. It's one of several exciting art pieces coming to life through our recent Patronicity Project—so stay tuned! harrisoncenter.org/blog/2025/5/16…

We had a blast at one of the many Porching festivities that took place this past week, and it's thanks to our lovely neighbors (you!) for continuing to show up. Although May is wrapping up, Porching season is far from over—click to learn more: harrisoncenter.org/porch

July Art Dish Tickets are now available! Step into a world where culinary mastery meets artistic brilliance at Art Dish on July 14th, 2025. We are thrilled to feature the talents of Chef Erin Kem alongside impressionist oil painter Kate Orr. Get tickets: secure.qgiv.com/for/artdish/ev…

Get excited for this Friday! On June 6th from 6-9pm, join the Harrison Center for First Friday. Also featured: live jazz, rooftop music with @brandonlottt, crafts, food trucks, and more.We can't wait to see you there. harrisoncenter.org/first-fridays/…

Call For Entries: Pet-Themed Group Show We are excited to announce our upcoming group show, PetCon, celebrating beloved pets & animals. The show will open Friday, August 1, 2025 from 6-9pm, and the work will be up through August 29th, 2025. Submit now! eventeny.com/events/critter…

BLOOMBOX PREP IS IN FULL SWING 🌸 🌸 Our biggest event of the year is fast-approaching, and we're channeling our inner James (last pic) as we gear up to celebrate on June 21st. Enjoy a bts of what's to come as the date gets closer. Volunteer: harrisoncenter.org/bloombox-volun…

Meet our summer Arts Admin intern, Judah! "I’m a senior at Indiana University Bloomington studying Arts Management with minors in German and Music. I was born and raised in Bloomington, Indiana, and grew up surrounded by the arts in an artistic family. harrisoncenter.org/blog/2025/5/16…

It's not too late to volunteer! We still have a few spots available for gallery attending and beer/wine serving tonight at our First Friday Gallery Opening. Sign up now to take the next step into engaging with arts community. See you soon! harrisoncenter.org/volunteers

In CYCLO, Vietnamese American artist, Mailinh Hồ invites us into a tender and layered exploration of memory, identity, and place. Watch the full artist talk here: youtu.be/VsU6wNpHaJ4?fe…

PS! Our online galleries are now live. Stop in from Monday through Friday 9am-5pm, or browse our galleries online at any time here: harrisoncenter.org/buy-art