Our many galleries host openings and exhibitions, often highlighting regional artists and craftspeople. Nationally-renowned artists have studios here or are featured in-residence. Others teach classes or demonstrate their craft, thus inspiring others.
The Under the Beams Concert Series brings noted musicians and performers to the stage, as does summer’s New Harmony Theatre. 2012 also marks the inaugural season for the New Harmony Music Festival and School. They are only a few of the outstanding lively arts programs you’ll find in our town.
And you’ll find special events too throughout the year. “The First Brush of Spring” plein air exhibition celebrates the colors and freshness of the new season. And several venues regularly host concerts, talks and lectures that entertain, enlighten and spark discussion...continuing New Harmony's reputation as "Athens on the Wabash."
The New Harmony Business Association is also proud to host annually “Arts in Harmony” - one of the largest exhibitions of artists in the Tri-State. Dozens of regional and national artists both show and sell their work. You'll discover a wealth of arts and crafts, from paintings, hand-blown glass, sculpture, and jewelry to ceramics, basketry, ironwork, woodwork, and furnishings. Artists are selected based on originality, creativity and craftsmanship; commercial molds, kits and commercially fabricated forms are not permitted in the show. All of the work is handmade and all of the artists are present to talk about their artwork or demonstrate their skills.
Lastly, we invite you to experience the artistry of New Harmony itself - our sculptures, fountains, architectural styles and beautiful gardens and public spaces as well as the uniquely creative talents of our residents!
Welcome to Arts in New Harmony!
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Creation Station Art fueled by Imagination 606 B Main Street From original paintings, wheel-thrown pottery, and abstract fiberglass sculptures to one of a kind jewelry, handcrafted dulcimers and beautiful stained glass. We offer an inspired collection of unique fine art and gift items. We also feature custom airbrushing and glass etching. So if you don’t find that special something...we can create it! Online sales. |
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Curt Schmitt Cabinetry and Fine Furniture 5250 Old Plank Road North Curt Schmitt has over thirty years of experience designing and building fine furniture and cabinetry. Work can be commissioned according to your specifications, or you can purchase current pieces from the showroom. Appointments to visit the shop and showroom can be made on the contact page of the website www.curtschmittcabinetry.com which also provides further information and gallery of past work.
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Design Bank 505 505 Main Street We feature International Fair Trade crafts along with natural fiber rugs, wall coverings and fabrics of the mother-son design team of owners Docey & Owen Lewis, who carry-on the textile tradition of ancestor Robert Owen. Open Friday 12noon - 5pm; Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 12noon - 4pm; and most other days on an ad hoc basis or by appointment. |
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Harmony Pottery 310 N. Main Street Sharlyn opened Harmony Pottery in 1996. She has been selling pottery in town since 1970 and makes the pottery on site. Her shop also features hand-crafted and antique furniture, locally-grown florals and other unique accessories for home and garden. |
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Hoosier Salon - New Harmony Art Gallery 507 Church Street The Hoosier Salon - New Harmony Gallery is a fine art gallery specializing in traditional representational visual art by Indiana artists working in realistic and impressionistic styles. We do this through gallery exhibits, a children’s art program, community interaction, an annual “First Brush of Spring Paint Out”, and providing a place for local artists to gather and paint together. |
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LFN Textiles 508 Main Street, 2d floor Laura Foster Nicholson is a textile artist and designer, producing one-of-a-kind tapestries and beautiful ribbons and gift items, which are sold all over New Harmony. Look for the LFN Textile label. Studio by appointment only. Online sales. |
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Mary Ann Michna Studio 317 W. Church Street The art studio of Indiana artist Mary Ann Michna. Hours by appointment. Please call. Online sales. |
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New Harmony Artists Guild Owen Community House at 421 North Street Come join us in our cooperative effort to make the arts available to everyone. Located across from the Roofless Church. See the Guild's Fall music lineup by clicking HERE. |
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New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art 506 Main Street Featuring a consignment gallery of work by over 100 regional artists and an exhibition space with 8 shows per year. Offering unique gifts $10 and up, and archival framing services. Open Tuesday thru Saturday 10am - 5pm year ‘round; and Sunday 12noon - 4pm April thru December. Online sales. |
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New Harmony Theatre 419 Tavern Street ...Announces the 2012 Season! A Professional Equity theatre that runs mid-June through August, presenting musicals and plays with award-winning actors and designers each season. Call or visit the website for the 2012 schedule of performances, to purchase tickets, or for additional information about the theatre. |
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New Harmony Woodworks 609 Main Street The studio and workshop of Rick Gooden. Custom woodworking, historic reproductions, custom cabinetry, and fine furniture featuring exotic woods from around the world. Open “whenever I’m in the studio”; or by appointment. Wi-Fi. |
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Under the Beams 413 Granary Street ...Announces the 2012 Concert Season! The "Under the Beams" Concert series brings noted musicians and performers to the stage of the historic Rapp-Owen Granary. There are very few places to hear world class musicians in a setting as intimate and unique as "under the beams" of the Granary, where every seat is a good seat. Performances begin at 8 pm. |
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Special Events MARK YOUR CALENDAR for New Harmony's 2012 Arts and Antique Strolls - Enjoy an evening stroll through our art galleries, where guests can celebrate the openings of outstanding art exhibits and displays. Meet the artists and shop the many fine antique stores that are also open late. Check back as details of each stroll are announced! |
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Stephen Pace Gallery 500 Church Street The Gallery features the exclusive works of world-renowned artist Stephen Pace. Tours offered and video presentation of his life from New York, Maine, Mexico and finally New Harmony. |
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Women's Institute & Gallery 916 E. Granary Street Featuring changing exhibitions, paintings, women’s resources, distinct gift shop carrying mindful cards, calendars, journals, books, Jungian Study Circle (fee), and more. Gallery hours: Friday - Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 12noon - 5pm; or by appointment by calling 812.682.3799. |
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Working Men’s Institute 407 W. Tavern Street The Working Men’s Institute (WMI) houses a public library, museum and archive. Enjoy all the offerings of a public library including public access computers, Wi-Fi, reading room, programs for all ages. Or visit our world class “Mechanics’ Institute” museum. On display are the scientific collections and artifacts of the early Harmonists and a gallery of Italian paintings. If you are a researcher, we offer the Branigin Archive of manuscripts and documents and the Lilly Archive of rare books. Serving New Harmony for over 170 years. |