Art/Culture

Nestled Cabins at Bob Ross Experience
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesStep into the tranquil world of Bob Ross with this unique exhibition highlighting a collection of his beloved cabin paintings. Each work on display features cozy cabins—often the only sign of humans in his work—nestled in serene landscapes. This exhibition offers a look at both the familiar and the unexpected...
$15
Ball Stores
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesStep back in time at the Ball Stores exhibition, a captivating journey through the history of this beloved shopping destination. Adorned with the iconic brown plaid, the intimate exhibition boasts a rich collection of objects and artifacts that illustrate the memories shared by those who experienced the magic of the...

Bob Ross Experience
Bob Ross Experience Studio at LL Ball Home 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN, United StatesExplore the life, philosophy, and art of this iconic American painter and arts educator inside the historic home where The Joy of Painting was filmed. Our immersive exhibition features original paintings and artifacts, inspiring visitors with Bob’s message of fearless creativity. This is a Weekly Recurring Event Runs from Oct...
$15
Deep Roots: Exploring the Ball Family Tree
Step into the captivating narrative of the Ball family and their legacy in this original exhibition exploring Muncie’s most famous family. Through family photographs, the exhibition traces the Ball family’s path from Buffalo, New York to their remarkable impact on the East Central Indiana region that continues to this day....
$15
Open Space: Art About the Land
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesSince 2001, Open Space: Art About the Land has encouraged artists from across the state to draw inspiration from the land that surrounds us. From painters to sculptors and beyond, the exhibition presents a diverse showcase of creative talent that celebrates the beauty achieved when nature inspires art. Sachi Yanari-Rizzo,...
$15
John C. Gonzalez: Checkpoint: Interactive Artworks & Experimental Play
Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery Muncie, IN, United StatesThe School of Art is proud to present Checkpoint: Interactive Artworks & Experimental Play , an exhibition by John C. Gonzalez. The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery ____________________________ January 7 to 29, 2026 Exhibition Reception, Gallery Talk and Art Performance: January 7, 4 to 6 p.m. About the Artist...

A Community Portrait: Winter
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesBack for the holidays with new images and stories to explore, A Community Portrait turns our neighbors into art through the beauty of portrait photography by Tom Styrkowicz. Join us for the culmination of this three-year-long project that seeks to illuminate our community through the unique individuals who call it...
$15
Randy Otto as Winston Churchill
Ball State University Pruis Hall West University Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesWinston Churchill is back! His purpose: To warn humanity not of a Nazi threat, not of Soviet Iron Curtain Communism, but rather - that a Digital Iron Curtain has fallen across all of humanity and that action this day is necessary to Defend Liberty and Freedom. Winston Churchill, along with...
$19.5
Live Music with Samuel Harness
Tonne Winery 101 W Royerton Rd, Muncie, IN, United StatesEnjoy an evening of live music and your favorite wine! Samuel Harness is an American Music artist featured on Season 21 The Voice and Season 21 American Idol.

Crafter Cult (Fiber Arts)
Crafters Cult is a fiber arts group that meets weekly to work on their own projects or learn something new. All ages are welcome to enjoy fiber arts and great conversation in a welcoming and affirming community.
Free
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S12 E13—Winter Mountain
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesLearn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint at Minnetrista! 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 will take place in the Cantina, a ground-level, fully accessible space....
$95
CHICAGO the Musical
Emens Auditorium 1800 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesCHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show-stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most...
$39
Glass Enameling Workshop: Threads of Home
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesExplore the art of glass enamel on copper using the same techniques artist Jessica Calderwood employed in exhibition pieces. All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided. Participants should wear cotton clothing (no polyester or acrylic). Preregistration is strongly preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.
$65
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S16 E01—Two Seasons (Winter)
Bob Ross Experience Studio at LL Ball Home 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN, United StatesLearn 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...
$75
Tom Shah Memorial Concert – Ball State Jazz Ensembles
Ball State Sursa Performance Hall 1801 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesEnjoy a concert of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles in honor of alum and trumpet player Tom Shah. The ensembles are under the direction of Mark Buselli. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall. Prices...
$8
Fused Glass Workshops: Painting with Frit
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesDiscover the art of using fine glass frit to paint a winter scene or unleash your creativity with an abstract design. Perfect for beginners and intermediates, this class requires no glass cutting. Participants may bring their own printed images, patterns, or drawings for inspiration, or work from the provided winter...
$35
Ball State College of Fine Arts Presents Arts Alive!: Jeffrey Gibson
Ball State University Pruis Hall West University Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesJoin us for a special lecture by Jeffrey Gibson (b. 1972, Colorado Springs, Colorado; lives and works in New York), a mid-career multidisciplinary artist whose work spans sculpture, painting, printmaking, video, and performance. A citizen of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and half Cherokee, Gibson has exhibited internationally and...

Groundhog Day: The Musical
Muncie Civic Theatre 216 E Main St, Muncie, United StatesMuncie Civic Theatre presents GROUNDHOG DAY: THE MUSICAL on the Mainstage February 6-22. Visit the charming town of Punxsutawney, as Phil Connors, a cynical weatherman tries to escape a never-ending time loop. This musical based, on the hit film starring Bill Murray, promises a night of laughs and a journey...
$20
Balls Balls Balls by Alice Tuan
Oakwood Building 154 2501 N Oakwood Ave, Muncie, United StatesDirected by Veronica Santoyo Original Dramaturgy by Diana Grisanti February 6-8, 13-14 at 7:30 p.m. | February 14 at 2:30 p.m. | Oakwood 154 It's the day of The Big Game, and the citizenry is aflutter. The football bros are hungry for blood, the ESL kids are hungry for knowledge,...
$15
Kick-Off to Black History Month Celebration
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesFree Community Event Celebrate the start of Black History Month with Minnetrista and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Team. This year’s theme, Celebrating Black Youth in the Fight for Civil Rights, honors the young leaders whose courage and advocacy continue to shape our communities. Enjoy activities, storytelling, community connections,...