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About the Bloomington Arts Commission

Established in 1980, the Bloomington Arts Commission provides a means for the City of Bloomington to stimulate and encourage community appreciation for and participation in the arts.

The City of Bloomington recognizes that the arts are an important part of the culture and economy of the community, and that the City has a responsibility to foster an environment conducive to the community's participation in the arts. The conservation and development of the city's artistic resources are essential to the social, educational, and economic growth of the city. Artists, works of art, and artistic institutions contribute to the quality of life and the general welfare of the citizens of Bloomington.

 

Key Areas of Activity

  • Percent for the Arts Program
  • Arts Project Grant Program
  • Public Art Master Plan
  • Arts Advocacy
  • Mentorship
  • Capacity-Building Programs

 

Bloomington Arts Commission Initiatives

Learn more about the Bloomington Arts Commission's vision and strategic goals for arts and culture.

BAC Strategic Plan

Public Art Master Plan

Grants, Opportunities, and Professional Development

Report for the Assessment of the BAC Arts Project Grant Program

 

Contact Info

For questions, or more information regarding the Bloomington Arts Commission, please contact Holly Warren at 812-349-3534 or send an e-mail to holly.warren@bloomington.in.gov.

Members

Natalia Almanza
Public Art Subcommittee Chair

Appointed By:
Mayor
Term Expires:
2025-01-31

Paul Anderson

Appointed By:
Common Council
Term Expires:
2027-01-31

Nia Carlsgaard

Appointed By:
Common Council
Term Expires:
2026-01-31

Christina Elem
Vice Chair

Appointed By:
Mayor
Term Expires:
2026-01-31

Karen Hallett-Rupp
Secretary

Appointed By:
Mayor
Term Expires:
2025-01-31

Gretchen Nall

Appointed By:
Mayor
Term Expires:
2027-01-31

Gerard Pannekoek
Chair

Appointed By:
Common Council
Term Expires:
2026-01-31

Elliot Josephine Leila Reichert Reichert
Grants Subcommittee Chair

Appointed By:
Mayor
Term Expires:
2026-01-31

Suzanne Ryan-Melamed

Appointed By:
Common Council
Term Expires:
2025-01-31

Robert Shakespeare

Appointed By:
Common Council
Term Expires:
2027-01-31

Betsy Stirratt

Appointed By:
Mayor
Term Expires:
2027-01-31