Brown County Art Guild

Brown County Art Guild Annual Raffle
2025-04-01 - 2025-11-22
Brown County Art Guild Annual Raffle
April 1 – November 22, 2025
Take a chance to win ‘Twilight Flow’, a beautiful original oil painting generously donated by artist, Curt Stanfield. Curt is a Guild artist member who has achieved numerous awards & his paintings are collected by art enthusiasts, both regionally & nationally.
Tickets: 1 for $30, 2 for $50, or 5 for $100
Your generosity helps the Guild to preserve its historic collection, to promote its award-winning artist members and to offer workshops and programs all throughout the year!
The drawing of the winning raffle ticket will be held at 3pm on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Guild.
The winner need not be present for the drawing.
Purchase options:
In person at the Guild, call 812-988-6185 or purchase raffle tickets by clicking the link below.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Artist Is In - Guild Artist Demonstration Series
2025-04-05 - 2025-04-06
The Brown County Art Guild is delighted to host two of our exceptionally talented Guild artist members for a captivating demonstration series this April! Witness the magic as they bring their mediums to life, offering a unique glimpse into their creative process.
This event is free and open to the public. People of all ages will be amazed to watch art being created in person.
Carol Strock Wasson – Pastel
Saturday – April 5, 2025
1-3pm.
Allen Hutton – Watercolor
Sunday – April 6, 2025
1-3pm

Art in the Garden - Countryside Colors
2025-05-31 17:00 - 20:00 UTC
Jenny and Bill Austin welcome you to their countryside retreat near Nashville for a celebration of art, music, and nature. Witness a multitude of artists capturing the essence of the countryside, from serene streams to lively portraits. Enjoy live local music, delectable food, and the chance to immerse yourself in the creative process of the Guild’s talented artists. This is an annual event benefitting the Brown County Art Guild. It’s going to be a lively and colorful celebration that you won’t want to miss!
Please consider a Sponsorship offering various levels & benefits for Art in the Garden – Countryside Colors!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, May 31st
Cost: $100 per person
Time: 5 – 8 pm
Live music, heavy hors d’oeuvres by Nashville House Catering, cash bar, Guild artist demonstrations, paintings, pottery, and art for sale. Rain or shine.
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

New Exhibitions pARTy
2025-07-26 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Guests can anticipate a vibrant atmosphere to enjoy refreshments, listen to music, and experience artwork. It’s a chance to meet the artists, other art enthusiasts, and potentially acquire pieces. Whether you collect art or simply appreciate it, you are welcome to join us for this special evening. This event is free to the public.

Artist is In - Guild Artist Demonstration Series
2025-08-09 - 2025-08-10
August 9, 1 – 3 pm – Jeff Hagen, Watercolor Fusion
August 10, 1 – 3 pm – Rick Wilson, Oil
A favorite every year, select Guild artists will demonstrate their techniques and creative process in the gallery, offering visitors a chance to watch art being made firsthand. Each artist will present a different medium, providing a unique glimpse into the range of possibilities using various artistic methods and materials.
All ages welcome, free and open to the public

Art Colony Weekend
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14
Art Colony Weekend is a perfect opportunity to experience the fall splendor of Brown County. Learn more about the Midwest Art Colony artists, enjoy cocktails while viewing a beautifully curated historic collection, and attend an auction filled with award winning art to purchase. Mark your calendars now for this annual celebration!
EVENT SCHEDULE AND DETAILS

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

Art Colony Weekend - A Founders Exhibition - Exhibition Opening
2025-09-12 11:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Friday / September 12
11 am – 7 pm
Brown County Art Guild
Free and open to the public
Marie Goth and V.J. Cariani, along with Genevieve Goth Graf and Carl Graf, were immeasurably connected as they journeyed through life. All four encouraged one another in their painting pursuits, particularly en plein air. Each couple was aligned in their commitment to the growing arts movement in Brown County, and their individual successes were undoubtedly attributed to the flourishing art colony as a whole.

Art Colony Weekend - Gallery Hop
2025-09-12 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Free and open to the public.
Begin the weekend celebration by touring participating galleries in the village of Nashville. The Art Guild will showcase a new Founders Exhibition along with striking artwork by its current artist members. The Brown County Craft Guild, Hoosier Artist Gallery, Spears Gallery, and Second Story Gallery will also offer unique and exquisite items for sale.

Art Colony Weekend - Brown County Art Colony Auction
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-14
Saturday / September 13
12 – 4 pm Art auction preview
Sunday / September 14
12 – 1 pm Art auction preview
1 – 5 pm Art auction
Location: Brown County History Center
70 Gould St, Nashville, IN 47448
Free and open to the public
Looking for that special piece to finish an arrangement or round out your collection? Art auctions remind us that the value of art is not just in its price, but in the stories, history, and emotions it embodies. Join us for a dynamic afternoon and watch buyers compete for pieces. The works of Midwest Art Colony artists will be featured along with award-winning artists of today. Their endurability remains, regardless of the era in which they were painted.

Art Colony Weekend - Community Paint Together
2025-09-13 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
12 – 4 pm
Village Green, Main & Jefferson
Free and open to the public
The Art Alliance of Brown County proudly presents the opportunity for everyone to take up a brush – young and old, novice and experienced. Families are welcome. The large canvas will await those who want to make their mark on this year’s masterpiece. A creation like no other, the project aims to encourage the imaginative spirit and hidden talent within all of us.

Art Colony Weekend - Guild Speaker Series - Bryan P. Jackson
2025-09-13 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Bryan P. Jackson, CAI/CES
Auction Tips and Painting Care – Q & A Session
Saturday / September 13
1 – 2:30 pm
Brown County History Center
Free and open to the public
Join Bryan for a casual conversation about the current climate of fine art auctions and the best approach to purchasing artwork. Learn about protecting and preserving the acquired pieces. It can take a lifetime to amass a collection of treasured works. Caring for them to maintain their condition and value is just as important. The auction is also available for preview, 12 – 4 pm.

Art Colony Weekend - Founders Party
2025-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Saturday / September 13
6 – 9 pm
Brown County Art Guild
$40 per person
Fall is in the air! Celebrate the lasting presence of the Art Guild at our annual autumnal bash. Mix and mingle while touring the art-filled galleries and artisan shoppe. Discover the beauty of artistic expression in key artwork by Guild members, including Painting Partners – A Founders Exhibition. Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while listening Amanda Webb’s band, Sustayn. Awaken your passion for art!
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Guild Artist Exhibition
2025-11-14 - 2026-03-14
A new exhibition showcasing works from our award-winning artist members who demonstrate a life-long devotion to their craft. On view will be a diverse collection of fine art, with a focus on fresh perspectives and techniques.

Small Wonders
2025-11-14 - 2026-03-14
Petite Artwork for Sale
November 14, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Investing in original art has never been more accessible. Stop into the Guild this holiday season to find the perfect tiny piece that brings a little bit of joy to your friends, family or yourself. Tiny canvas, big emotion, which little gem will speak to you?

Champagne Dreams
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Saturday, November 22
1 – 4 pm
Raffle drawing of Curt Stanfield painting 3 pm
The Art Guild is known for its long tradition of supporting Indiana’s art scene. What better way than to promote art and artisan wares at a special event before the holidays. Come one, come all and peruse dozens of beautiful items throughout the gallery. Eat, drink and be merry!

Patron & Young Artist Exhibition Reception
2026-02-14 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
The Brown County Art Guild invites you to our upcoming Patron & Young Artist Exhibition Reception, a celebration of creativity and community spirit! Join us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at our gallery, where you can immerse yourself in the beautiful works created by talented local artists.
Take the opportunity to vote for the People’s Choice Award, allowing your voice to be heard in recognizing the remarkable talents of our artists. We are honored to have Guild Artist Members, Mark Burkett & Jeanne McLeish as the exhibition judges. The presentation of the awards begins at 3:00 PM.
This event is free to the public, and light refreshments will be served. We look forward to welcoming you to an afternoon filled with art, community, and celebration!
The Patron & Young Artist Exhibition will be on display from January 23 – February 14, 2026.

Tri Kappa Exhibition Reception
2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Celebrate 125 years of Tri Kappa at the opening reception of a special exhibition drawn from the Tri Kappa Art Collection. Featuring works by Indiana artists, this exhibition honors Tri-Kappa’s long-standing commitment to the arts. Join us in celebrating the exhibition and Tri Kappa’s 125th anniversary. Light refreshments will be served – Free & open to the public.

Nature's Symphony
2026-03-20 00:00 - 2026-07-17 23:59 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Join the Guild for Nature’s Symphony, an exhibition celebrating the rhythm and harmony of the natural world. Our artists bring beauty with every brushstroke featuring landscapes, wildlife & creativity. Don’t miss this immersive journey into the heart of nature—where every piece tells a story.

Spring Exhibition Party
2026-03-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Spring brings refreshing new art from the Guild Artist members.Join us for an afternoon celebrating our newest exhibitions — art, atmosphere, and first looks! Live piano music & light refreshments will be served. Free to the public.
