April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Cost: $75 | Member Discounts Apply
Instructor: Joseph Durham, CRI®, CRFI® 

Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” 

This workshop is held in the Bob Ross Experience studio, which is only accessible by stairs. Painting workshops are open to participants ages 14 and up. Preregistration is preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.

Please note: Admission to the Bob Ross Experience exhibition is not included with workshop registration. All attendees must be registered to participate. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information.

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Join us for the Graphic Design Senior Showcase at The Clubhouse on Walnut Street, featuring the culminating work of Ball State’s senior graphic designers! Explore their senior design campaigns alongside a range of projects developed throughout their time in the program. Enjoy food and drinks, music, and a relaxing evening as you meet the designers and celebrate their work. Free and open to the public.

Finally hosting an electronic / house / techno show!

Friday May 1st. Music starts around 7. $5 at the door PWYC.  LETS DANCE!

Flyer credit stormy cline 

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Muncie Stitch n' Bitch meets every Sunday! 🧶 We meet weekly at The Cup and we come and go from 3-6p. Everyone is welcome, with any kind of making! The Cup is in The Village, near the campus of Ball State University, at 1606 West University Avenue. Free parking is behind the café, enter the parking lot off of Dill Street by Be Here Now. Support our host venue with purchases from The Cup’s menu! ☕️🥯 Creativity and caffeine, that's our thing! 
 

Join us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1472977992921700

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Join us for an evening of creativity and community! Each month, we’ll gather to make art with a purpose—posters, buttons, embroidery, and more—while connecting with fellow progressives. No artistic experience needed, just your passion for justice (and maybe some glitter). Come craft, chat, and build the movement with us!

Our activity this month will be creating protest signs! 

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center

Six Wednesdays, May 6 - June 10, 6-8 p.m.
Cost: $95
Registration required
Please register online at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_EMS057

In this interactive class, you'll:
1. Learn fingerspelling and essential conversational skills in American Sign Language (ASL) and signed English.
2. Build confidence communicating with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
3. Earn a Certificate of Completion for attending all six sessions.

Instructor: Laura Shadoin, a retired Muncie Community Schools teacher with 22 years of classroom experience and more than 25 years teaching sign language at the E.B. Ball Center. With her approachable teaching style, Laura Makes learning ASL both engaging and practical.

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

111 Arts Gallery Pop-up Gallery Art at the Murray Dunckel Haus Photography at Art at the Murray Gallery Flaneur (Mark Sawrie) at Art at the Murray Burris School at Cornerstone Center for the Arts Terri Best at Cornerstone Center for the Arts Stripped Axles Robotics at the ECAP Gallery Stripped Axles Robotics at the ECAP Gallery Kat Edwards at Fox and Sparrow Tattoo IDIA Lab Jamie Twibell at Made in Muncie Kat Peace at Madjax Dennie Mann, Muncie Artists Guild "Artist of the Month" Dennie Mann, Muncie Artists Guild "Artist of the Month" Eryn Hume at MuncieArts Muncie Makers Market Community Collage Album at the Record Parlor of Muncie Kerry Shaw at at Roho's Kerry Shaw at at Roho's

111 Arts Gallery 
111 E. Main
Hey First Thursday, until June we will be hosting a pop-up flea market. This May 7th, we will have several vendors of odd outsider and folk art, lowbrow, VHS, books, magazines, art, collectibles, and prints. Come out and party to the alternative!

Art at the Murray
405 S. Walnut (upstairs)
The third floor at ART at the Murray is where the action is this month! Gallery Flaneur (Mark Sawrie) will feature a new selection of photographs, with treats and libations served, while Dunckel Haus Photography opens their studio with special prints and copies of their debut first-edition book My Life Without Me In It. Kerry Shaw’s studio will be open, and Cassie Dunmyer will have her studio open with new work on display along with a restock of prints and cards. 

Cornerstone Center for the Arts
520 E. Main
Join us at Cornerstone on the 2nd floor from 5–8 pm for our monthly First Thursday Arts Walk, featuring artwork by local artist Terri Best, live music from Nash Hammond, and shop from local artist vendors. This month also highlights a special collaboration with Burris Laboratory School, where middle school students transformed broken violins and cellos into creative works of art with Artist in Residence Debra Gindhart Dragoo, exploring sustainability and community impact. 

ECAP Gallery
306 S. Walnut
Stripped Axles Robotics will be showcasing their VEX Robotics teams work thanks to a shared space provided by the Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning. Students from four local teams (ages 7-18) will be on hand to share their robots, explain what they’ve been building, and give the community a closer look at the creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork behind competitive robotics. Stop by, say hello, and help us celebrate these hardworking students!

Fox & Sparrow Tattoo
304 S. Walnut
Our doors open 1pm-8pm with walk-in availability for your next tattoo. We are happy to be hosting Guest Artist and BSU Graduate, Kat Edwards. Kat will be displaying her art work from 5pm-8pm as well as joining us for a fun day of tattooing. 

Idia Lab
306 S. Walnut St.
Ball State University’s IDIA Lab, part of the Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning, will showcase an interactive gesture-based installation during Muncie’s First Thursday on May 7, from 5–8 p.m., at the ECAP Downtown Studios, 306 South Walnut Street. The project uses a live game engine and employs a depth camera to sense a person’s movement, allowing them to puppeteer a 3D character. Stop by and play!

Made in Muncie
313 S. Walnut
Made in Muncie will be hosting a show by local artist Jamie Twibell

Madjax Muncie
515 E. Main St.
Muncie-based visual artist and MadJax maker, Kat Peace is April’s featured artist in the TOOLSONG Gallery. The exhibition highlights Peace’s layered, intuitive painting style, working across acrylic and oil to explore the connection between the natural world and the inner one. TOOLSONG is located on the first floor of MadJax, near the center of the building, across from the elevator. The gallery is free and open to the public during MadJax hours - Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 7:00 pm and Saturday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Carved from a former transformer shaft in our historic industrial building, the gallery has been reimagined into a light-filled space dedicated to experimentation and contemporary making. Designed and constructed by students from Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning, TOOLSONG reflects MadJax’s commitment to adaptive reuse, hands-on learning, and creating new platforms for artists to share work with the community.

Muncie Artists Guild
Various locations
The Muncie Artists Guild Artist of the Month for May is Dennie Mann.

While recovering from major surgery in 2022, Dennie decided to return to painting after a 40-year hiatus. Recovery and retirement have brought time, relaxation, and the opportunity to focus on learning new skills while exploring previously unfamiliar techniques and media. Dennie currently works primarily in oils on stretched canvas. His subjects are landscape and seascape scenes, inspired by breathtakingly beautiful scenes in nature. He is focusing on improving his plein air painting skills.

Dennie's work will be on display at the following locations: Haul n' Oats, Old National Bank, Rosebud Coffee House, and The Patterson Block

MuncieArts
216 E. Main
MuncieArts Artist Spotlight: Eryn Hume

Meet Eryn Hume, view her artwork, and learn about her creative process. Eryn Hume is a Muncie-based abstract expressionist artist working with latex and acrylic paint. Through imaginative layering and bold use of color, Eryn's work invites curiosity, blending passion for purpose and accidental discovery. Eryn studied Interior Design and Art at the Art Institute of Chicago and Ball State University. 5-7pm

Muncie Makers Market
Corner of Walnut and Adams
The Muncie Makers Market will be open from 5-8p outdoors on the sidewalks at Adams & Walnut in Downtown Muncie! Come HUNGRY & Shop SMALL! Everything handmade, homemade, & locally grown!

Record Parlor of Muncie
125 E. Charles St., Suite 110
The Record Parlor of Muncie is continuing an initiative to create a Community Collage Album! In addition to enjoying our gallery of local art, visitors will have the opportunity to record some music (regardless of talent). We will have a small studio space set up with microphones, guitars, and a couple small percussion instruments. Visitors can also feel free to bring their own instrument to play. Anyone who wants to is welcome to record something (even if it's just hand claps). All of the sounds will then be mixed and mastered into a song. At the end of the year, we will have a full album of songs created by the community to share. The recording station will be set up from 6-8 so come contribute to the Community Collage!

RoHo’s Muncie
308 S. Walnut St.
Join us for a special evening celebrating local talent as we showcase Kerry Shaw as RoHo’s Artist of the Month! Kerry is a Muncie-based artist with deep roots in the local creative community. With a background in fine art and graphic design from Ringling College of Art and Design and Ball State University, he’s spent decades honing his craft—both professionally and personally. After a successful career with Ball Corporation, Anderson University, and his own firm shawDesign, Kerry now focuses on painting stunning landscapes and portraits. His work is inspired by his travels and time spent painting with groups like the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association, Hoosier Salon, and Tucson Barrio Painters. Stop in, grab a drink, and experience Kerry’s work up close.

The Songwriter Sessions at Elm Street
519 N. Elm
The Songwriter Sessions is a monthly event where local and regional songwriters share the art of original music and the stories behind the songs.  The event is held in conjunction with Muncie's First Thursday. It runs from 8-10pm at Elm Street Brewing Co, 519 North Elm Street after the main First Thursday events, as an after party where you can unwind and listen to awesome live music performed by the creators. The May event features Pocket Diver (Elia Buss) and Cherry Chub, both from the Muncie area.  

Urban Stitch
306 S. Walnut
Urban Stitch: Designing Connections follows a group of Ball State architecture students as they work to strengthen the connection between campus and downtown. Through collaboration with local businesses, artists, and community leaders—and by activating spaces through events—the studio explores new ways to bring students into the life of downtown Muncie. The result is a set of ideas grounded in real experience, now hopefully moving forward with support from the city and community partners.

Cost: $75 | Member Discounts Apply
Instructor: Joseph Durham, CRI®, CRFI® 

Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” 

This workshop is held in the Bob Ross Experience studio, which is only accessible by stairs. Painting workshops are open to participants ages 14 and up. Preregistration is preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.

Please note: Admission to the Bob Ross Experience exhibition is not included with workshop registration. All attendees must be registered to participate. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information.

The Muncie Makers Market is a retail business incubator presented to the public through a community farmers market with fresh homemade food, locally grown produce, live plants, and handmade arts of all kinds. This is our ten year anniversary and we are happy to have had over 600 small businesses work with us. You’ll find the Muncie Makers Market outdoors every First Thursday at Adams & Walnut AND indoors every Third Thursday at MadJax Maker Force. We also set up at special annual events like Magic City Sip & Savor, Brink of Summer ArtsWalk, Fire Up DWNTWN, ArtsWalk, and Light Up Muncie. We develop local small business through education, connections, and events!  Please join us on Facebook and Instagram and please share us: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1627047027524961/ ;

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the art of fused glass by layering tiny pieces of glass to design a one-of-a-kind creation.

May 8; 5–6 p.m. or 7–8 p.m. | Center Building, Cantina  
Cost: $35 | Member Discounts Apply | Ages 13+  
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the art of fused glass by layering tiny pieces of glass to design a one-of-a-kind creation. Each guest will craft a 3" circular garden stake and personalize it with a precut glass flower, butterfly, or bird, along with a colorful assortment of glass frits for added detail. The result is a vibrant, handcrafted piece that reflects your creative style—perfect for brightening any garden. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Preregistration is preferred. Limited walk-in seating may be available, so please call ahead.  

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/fused-glass-workshop-garden-stakes-5-8-26

Happens on the following Dates:

• May 8, 2026, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 9, 2026, 11:00am to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Cost: $65-95 | Member Discounts Apply | 14+
Instructor: Joseph Durham, CRI®, CRFI® 

Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!” 

This workshop is held in the Bob Ross Experience studio, which is only accessible by stairs. Painting workshops are open to participants ages 14 and up. Preregistration is preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.

Please note: Admission to the Bob Ross Experience exhibition is not included with workshop registration. All attendees must be registered to participate. Contact our front desk at 765.282.4848 for more information.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events?tag=Painting

Happens on the following Dates:

• Apr 22, 2026, 5:00pm to
  May 22, 2026, 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 8, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 13, 2026, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 21, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 27, 2026, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• Jun 17, 2026, 5:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• Jun 24, 2026, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• Jun 26, 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the art of fused glass by layering tiny pieces of glass to design a one-of-a-kind creation.

May 8; 5–6 p.m. or 7–8 p.m. | Center Building, Cantina  
Cost: $35 | Member Discounts Apply | Ages 13+  
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the art of fused glass by layering tiny pieces of glass to design a one-of-a-kind creation. Each guest will craft a 3" circular garden stake and personalize it with a precut glass flower, butterfly, or bird, along with a colorful assortment of glass frits for added detail. The result is a vibrant, handcrafted piece that reflects your creative style—perfect for brightening any garden. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Preregistration is preferred. Limited walk-in seating may be available, so please call ahead.  

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/fused-glass-workshop-garden-stakes-5-8-26

Happens on the following Dates:

• May 8, 2026, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
• May 9, 2026, 11:00am to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

April 11–June 7, 2026 
Center Building, Indiana Room 
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, this powerful exhibition turns the spotlight to our community’s youth. I Am invites children to imagine themselves in the futures they dream of—scientists, artists, leaders, caregivers, and more—and captures those visions in striking portraits. 
Each portrait is a declaration of identity and aspiration—because when children see themselves reflected in the world around them, it affirms that they belong. I Am is both a celebration of dreams and a call to action: the future of our community is already here—and it’s bold, brilliant, and full of promise.

https://www.minnetrista.net/events/i-am-a-vision-of-our-future

Muncie Stitch n' Bitch meets every Sunday! 🧶 We meet weekly at The Cup and we come and go from 3-6p. Everyone is welcome, with any kind of making! The Cup is in The Village, near the campus of Ball State University, at 1606 West University Avenue. Free parking is behind the café, enter the parking lot off of Dill Street by Be Here Now. Support our host venue with purchases from The Cup’s menu! ☕️🥯 Creativity and caffeine, that's our thing! 
 

Join us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1472977992921700