The Arts Federation

First Friday at TAF

Opening Reception: June 2 , 6 - 8 pm

Exhibitions on view: June 2 -30

Join us for the opening of three new exhibitions. Rena Brouwer at Mary Ellen Lovell Gallery, Carol Carrington at Robert B. & Patricia Peyton Truitt Gallery, and Emily Wiley at Wabash National Gallery! More Info >>

Art Museum of Greater Lafayette

Reimagined Journeys

June 17, 4:30 pm



Doors to the gallery will open at 4:30pm Performances will begin at 5:00

Reimagined Journeys is a multidisciplinary art collaboration engaging the theme of journeys. The exhibit will consist of paintings by Bekki Canine and printed poems by Kanika Ahuja, JK Anowe, and Logan February. During the event you will experience live poetry readings and the performance of an original musical interpretation by Sheeza.

This event is free and open to the public.

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Hodge-Podge Poetry

Poetry Discussion Group

June 1, 6:00 pm

Art Studio at The Arts Federation



Downstairs art studio in the Wells Community Cultural Center // Lafayette, IN

Hodge-Podge Poetry Night is a community-focused poetry workshop that meets on the first Thursday of every month. Feel free to bring something you wrote, a poem you like, or just yourself! All experience levels welcome.

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Johnson Rags Dance Club

June Ballroom Dance

June 10, 7:30 - 10:00 pm

The Arts Federation



Music by Groovin’ Easy Dance Combo. Bring your own snacks and soft drinks including drink service. Bottled water provided. JRDC dances at the Wells Community Cultural Center are alcohol free. Read More >>

Long Center for the Performing Arts

Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-A-Whirl Band

June 15, 7:30 pm



In true Texas fashion, four-time Grammy-winner Jimmie Vaughan has helped breathe new life into the music that has been his lifeline all these decades, becoming a hero to those who cherish America's real gift to musical history. 

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L & A Park Foundation

Summer Sundown Series

June 11, 7:00 pm

Abby and Libby Memorial Park



Welcome to Indiana Summer Sundowns at Abby and LIbby Memorial Park. Let the kids play while you enjoy the music of a favorite local artist on our beautiful Amphitheater stage. Admission is FREE ( but tips won't hurt anyone's feelings!)

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Lafayette Symphony Orchestra

The B-Side, Track 6: Light a Fuse

June 8, 7:30 pm

Rat Pak Venue



Kick it with a rock/jazz fusion group led by Principal Percussionist Brandon Lee.

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The Haan Museum of Indiana Art

Opening Reception/Marvin Bartel

June 9, 6:00 pm

The Haan Museum welcomes ceramic works by Marvin Bartel for an opening reception on June 9 from 6-8pm. Revolutionary, creative yet practical designs form the backbone of this exhibit. Marvin Bartel, Professor Emeritus at Goshen College believes that no idea is impossible in the demonstration of creativity and his pieces exemplify this idea. He will be present at the Lunch and Learn on July 11th. Call or visit the museum website for more details.

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Prairie Arts Council

Abbie Timmins Parmele 75: Celebrating Her Artistic Journey

June 8, 1:00 pm

Opening Reception: June 8, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Conversation with the Artist: June 25, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Lilian Fendig Gallery, Rensselaer IN



Join artist Abbie Parmele as she celebrates 75 years of making art. This retrospective exhibition features Abbie's drawings and paintings, as well as her ornaments and fiber purses. Artists and art appreciators alike will be inspired by Abbie's lifelong journey creating meaningful work.

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Red Barn Summer Theatre

Red Barn Summer Theatre 2023 Lineup

June 7, 7:30 pm



Show #1 SEE HOW THEY RUN 

June 7-18th

SEE HOW THEY RUN tells the rollicking tale of a conservative English Bishop whose sedate home is turned upside-down by the outlandish actions of an American actor and actress, four men disguised as clergymen and an old maid who has touched alcohol for the first time. This classic comedy, written by Philip King, is full of fast-pace action and witty dialogue. 

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The Weather Station

Jeffly Gabriela Molina 

Saturdays, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

658 Main Street, Suite 212, Lafayette, IN



The Weather Station is pleased to present Fragments of Imaginary Home, an exhibition of recent paintings by Jeffly Gabriela Molina, opening May 19th and on view through June 24th.

Fragments of an Imaginary Home brings together a selection of Molina’s recent oil paintings, many of which make use of the still life format to create personal, symbolic images that relate to the artist's search for home and experience of family and work in the U.S.

On view Saturdays during exhibitions, 12-4. More Info >>

Wolf Park

Summer Camp 

Does your child love animals and the outdoors? Wolf Park offers a wide variety of educational summer camps for kids and teens. We also have scholarships available for all our camps. Visit our website to learn more! More Info >>