Arts for Lawrence is a 501(c)(3) arts organization in Lawrence, Indiana, East of Indianapolis, at the former Fort Benjamin Harrison. We provide performing and visual arts programming as well as events for the community. Our mission is to connect arts and the community to inspire everyone, every day! Our Mission Our Goals, Vision & Commitment Our Events Register & Purchase Tickets Support Us Volunteer, Become A Member, Purchase a Brick PERFORMING + LITERARY ARTS Theater, Dance, and Comedy Performances, Poetry Meetings, and Classes. VISUAL ARTS Visual and Digital Art Classes, Crafts, Gallery Shows, and Art Fairs. CONCERTS & FESTIVALS Summer Concert Series, Cultural Festivals and the Fort Ben Cultural Campus. YOUTH PROGRAMS Summer Art Camp, Performances, Theater Festival, and Classes. FORT BEN CULTURAL CAMPUS Come visit the hottest Arts and Cultural destination in Central Indiana! Learn More Hours for the Musical Swings: 9 AM - 10 PM, Everyday * * Outdoor events may affect these hours Arts for Lawrence Stories & News Full Circle: Dr. Shaila Mulholland Comes Home to Lead Arts for Lawrence Social

Reserve your seat in our Theater at the Fort for an incredible performance! See our schedule and pick your favorite show. You can also donate the cost of the ticket to give an opportunity to an underserved member of our community! Calendar and Events Arts Organization For Visual Arts Center Classes and Information, click here ! Upcoming Events Halloween Theater Workshop Mon, Sep 14 Arts for Lawrence Students will design a Halloween play from scratch! Share Buy Tickets Multiple Dates 3rd Sunday Jazz Concerts Sun, Aug 16 Fort Ben Cultural Campus Join Brandon Meeks and Arts for Lawrence on the Fort Ben Cultural Campus from June to August on the 3rd Sunday, for FREE, live music. Share Details Fridays at the Fort Vendor Registration Multiple Dates Fort Ben Cultural Campus Share Buy Tickets Poets Laureate of Lawrence: AI Workshop Tue, Oct 27 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort With poet M.A. Dubbs Share RSVP Urban Line Dancing Tue, Aug 11 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort Join Arts for Lawrence and Triple Take Productions for a FREE Urban Line Dancing Class perfect for all ages and levels! Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Fri, Nov 13 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Buy Tickets Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 14 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sun, Nov 22 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sun, Nov 15 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 21 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 14 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 21 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 14 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Fri, Nov 20 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 14 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sat, Nov 21 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sun, Nov 15 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Sun, Nov 22 Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort A hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, and an eccentric Major-General. This musical comedy is presented by Agape Theater Company. Share Details Load More Our Partners Want your business to reach a new audience? Sponsor events at Arts for Lawrence! Sponsor Now!

Reserve your seat in our Theater at the Fort for an incredible performance! See our schedule and pick your favorite show. You can also donate the cost of the ticket to give an opportunity to an underserved member of our community! Calendar of Events Arts Organization For Visual Arts Center Classes and Information, click here ! Wheel Throwing - Four Week Course Sep 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – Oct 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Arts for Lawrence Visual Arts Center, 8970 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Halloween Theater Workshop Sep 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – Oct 26, 2026, 7:30 PM Arts for Lawrence, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Learn more Comic Book Project (Students Ages 9-14) Oct 05, 2026, 5:30 PM – Oct 26, 2026, 6:30 PM Arts for Lawrence, 8970 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Learn more Comic Book Project (High School Students) Oct 05, 2026, 6:30 PM – Oct 26, 2026, 7:30 PM Arts for Lawrence, 8970 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Learn more Plein Air Painting Oct 07, 2026, 5:30 PM – Oct 28, 2026, 7:30 PM Arts for Lawrence Visual Arts Center, 8970 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Learn more Poets Laureate of Lawrence: AI Workshop Oct 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Learn more Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:45 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Learn more Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:15 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:15 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:45 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:15 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:45 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Multiple Dates The Pirates of Penzance Nov 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:15 PM Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, USA More info Details Our Partners Want your business to reach a new audience? Sponsor events at Arts for Lawrence! Sponsor Now!

Get to know the history at the Fort Ben Cultural Campus, including our Marching Sidewalk, Amphitheater, Visual Arts Center, and one-of-a-kind Musical Swings! The Fort Ben Cultural Campus Theater at the Fort Originally known as the Post Theatre, the building was constructed in 1929. Today, it is the only Fort Harrison building still being used for its original purpose - a gathering space for entertainment and performances. Since Arts for Lawrence began its stewardship in 2016, the theater has been fully renovated with new technology, including film capabilities, cosmetic upgrades, and a building addition. Click Here For Images Visual Arts Center Once the Fort Harrison communications building, the structure was relocated from its original site and moved onto the Fort Ben Cultural Campus. The building now houses a first-floor gallery, a lower-level ceramics studio, a second-floor art classroom, and a resident artist studio. Click Here For Images Theatre at the Fort Amphitheater The amphitheater is the centerpiece of Arts for Lawrence’s festivals and concerts. Designed to mimic the historic bus stops at Fort Harrison with a hipped roof of copper patina metal, exposed wooden posts and beams, and red brick bases. Campus Amenities Musical Swings The Musical Swings, designed by Daily Tous Les Jours of Montreal Canada, is an interactive installation that stimulates human connections. Imagined as a collective experience, the swings invite people of all ages and backgrounds to make music together. It’s an intuitive game, where cooperation between participants unlocks secret melodies, encouraging collaboration and active awareness of others. Marching Sidewalk Designed by Judy Byron & Brian Norris, the sidewalk is an interactive experience with sensors that activate military cadences, similar to those used at Fort Harrison when it was an active military base. Bugle calls play at designated times throughout the day. The calls were recorded by the U.S. Army National Guard 38th Infantry Division Band, who rehearsed in the Post Theatre from 2000 - 2015. View daily schedule of Bugle calls Public Art The Fort Ben Cultural Campus boasts many other pieces of public art. Select a piece below to learn more about the specific artwork and its creator(s). Thumbs Up for Arts for Lawrence We Are All Connected Steps USO Girls Bending Blue Notes Indianapolis Energy Freedom The arts can do great things with your help! Donate Now!

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Arts for Lawrence is made up of great people, volunteers, funders, donors, and sponsors working to bring the best performing and visual arts experiences and opportunities to the Eastside of Indianapolis. Find out how you can get involved! 2025 JUNETEENTH JUBILEE VENDOR REGISTRATION VENDOR/FOOD TRUCK REGISTRATION DETAILS (Please Read Before Filling out the Registration Form): Vendors: We accept food vendors, artists, and handmade/artisan vendors. No direct sales vendors. Cost: Vendor fee is $75. Space: Your vendor fee includes a 10x10 space. Vendors need to provide their own tables, chairs, and tents. Tents are not required but are strongly suggested. If space larger than 10x10 is needed, a second registration will need to be purchased. Food Vendors: Food vendors must be licensed with the Marion County Health Department. If you don't have a license, you will need to contact the MCHD to obtain an event license for that day. If you are a homemade food vendor, you will need to follow all guidelines set by the Marion County Health Department and obtain whatever licensing they require. Time: This year's event will be from 4-8pm. Vendors can begin set-up as early as 2pm, and will need to stay through the end of the event. For any questions, email leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org First name Last name Email Company name Phone Multi-line address Country/Region Address City Zip / Postal code Type of Vendor Your registration is not complete until you pay the registration fee on the next page. Please note, this is a family-friendly event. Vendor Fee $75 Submit

About the Event You’re invited to a celebratory evening of food, drinks, and dancing under the stars! Support the Arts for Lawrence's mission of CONNECTING arts and community to INSPIRE everyone, every day, as well as HONORING Judy Byron for her many years of dedication, and INTRODUCING the new Executive Director Elana Thompson. Enjoy food, drinks, and dancing under the stars to the music of Queen Delphine and the Crown Jewels. There will be silent & live auctions, tours, and demonstrations. All funds will support Art for Lawrence programming, today and tomorrow. Become a Sponsor ★ Donate an Auction Item ★ Plan to Attend ★ Make a Donation ★ Volunteer Time & Location Sept 17, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Fort Ben Cultural Campus, Lawrence, IN 46216, USA Itinerary 6:00 PM - Doors Open Raffles, Silent Auction, Piano music in the Theater by Joshua Thompson, Passed hors d'oeuvres, Complimentary Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks, Sparkling Signature Cocktails, Guided Tours (or just wander on your own!), Wine Pull & other inspired activities! 7:00 PM - Hors D'oeuvres Heavy hors d’oeuvre Buffet catered by Sweet and Savory, Including Mini Fried Chicken & Waffles, Argentinian Flank Steak Skewers, & Shrimp Cocktail Shooters. Dessert by Fitzgerald’s 8:00 PM - Live Auction Live Auction - led by dynamic duo Jay Hemphill & Nick Ramey, featuring local artwork and interesting experiences. Introduction of Arts for Lawrence’s new Executive Director Elana Thompson. Tribute to Judy Byron and founding of the Judy Byron Legacy Endowment Fund 9:00 PM - Live Music & Dancing Dancing Under the Stars to Queen Delphine and the Crown Jewels! Opportunity to win a valuable prize playing the fun game Heads or Tails 10:00 PM - You Won't Want To Go But You'll Leave Inspired 0 DAYS TO THE EVENT Details

Arts for Lawrence is seeking passionate and dynamic teaching artists across various disciplines to lead engaging classes and workshops in our community. Whether your expertise lies in visual arts, literary arts, performing arts, or other creative practices, we want to hear from you! Arts for Lawrence Teaching Artist Application Personal Information First name* Last name* Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Phone* Email* Company name Website/Portfolio Link (if applicable) Social Media Handles (if applicable) Artistic Background What is your primary art medium?* Have you taught art classes before?* If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your teaching experience. Teaching Proposal As a teaching artist, you will be expected to lead art classes for community members of all skill levels. Please provide the following information: Class Title/Subject Matter* Outline your proposed class structure and content (objectives, techniques, materials, etc.)* What age group or skill level is your class intended for?* Availability and Commitment Please list your preferred start date and days/times able to teach. Also if your class is a single class, or multi-week class.* Demographic Information (optional) Gender Age Ethnicity/Race Other Demographic Information Non-Discrimination Statement Arts for Lawrence is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists and educators. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage artists of all backgrounds to apply. Supporting Documents Attach your CV/Resume and samples of your work. Upload File Provide a link to your portfolio Signature I confirm that the information provided is accurate. Signature* Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. Date Submit

Arts for Lawrence is made up of great people, volunteers, funders, donors, and sponsors working to bring the best performing and visual arts experiences and opportunities to the Eastside of Indianapolis. Find out how you can get involved! 2026 Summer Art Camp Registration Form Complete ONE Registration Form for each Camper. Camp will run M-F from 9 am - 3 pm. Upon approval, a scholarship may cover up to one week o f camp . Please fill out the application form and provide financial documentation. You will also be required to submit a letter of recommendation before approval of your applicati on. This letter can be sent to leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org Before/Aftercare is available for $50/week (and is not covered under the scholarship) Campers First Name Campers Last name Email Camper's Gender Choose an option Age as of 6/8/2026 (Campers must be 6 - 13 years of age.) Phone Camper's Birthday * required Camper's Shirt Size Choose an option Grade (entering in the fall) Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Country Country Parent/Guardian Name Relationship To Camper? If your address differs from your camper's, please enter it below: Emergency Contact (if parent/guardian doesn't answer the phone call) Emergency Contact Phone Number Additional People Authorized to Pick Up the camper. Second Pick-Up Contact Third Pick-Up Contact Arts for Lawrence will follow these policies for the protection and safety of our campers: If your camper is sick and has a temperature of 99 or higher, they will need to stay home and will not be able to attend that day. By checking this box, you acknowledge, and agree. Medical Emergency Information: Physician or Physician's Office Name Doctor's Office Phone Number Allergies (if none, type n/a) Medications (if none, type n/a). Please also include if any of these will need to be administered during the camp day. If so, a seperate medication form will be emailed. Preferred Hospital Ethnicity (Providing this is Optional; but helps with grant reporting. Choose One Is the camper or camper's family eligible for food stamps? (Optional) Choose an option Is the camper eligible for free/reduced lunch or free book rental in school? (Optional) Choose an option Is the camper enrolled in the 21st Century Scholars Program? (Optional) Choose an option Was the camper or camper's parent(s) born outside of the United States? (Optional) Choose an option Any additional information AFL should know: At Arts for Lawrence, we believe in providing a joyful, supportive environment for all campers to experience the arts with respect and courtesy. Bullying threatens our camp's values and peace. By checking the box below, you commit to discussing positive participation with your camper and acknowledge our zero-tolerance policy against bullying, which may result in dismissal, without a refund. I understand and I agree In consideration of myself, my spouse (if any), or my child's or ward's participation at Summer Art Camp: I HEREBY ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN ANY OR ALL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH ARTS FOR LAWRENCE, and/or THIS FACILITY, THEATER AT THE FORT, OR ANY OTHER PART OF THE ARTS FOR LAWRENCE CAMPUS, including by way of example and not limitation, any risks that may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained, or controlled by them, or because of their possible liability without fault. In consideration of our application and permitting us to participate in this camp being held at Theater at the Fort, or any of Arts for Lawrence's other, facilities, we hereby take action for ourselves, our executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows: (A) I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for our death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to us including our travel to and from this activity, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: Theater at the Fort, Arts for Lawrence, and/or their directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, and agents, and the activity holders, sponsors, and volunteers; (B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons mentioned in this paragraph from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in this activity, whether caused by the negligence of release or otherwise. We acknowledge that Theater at the Fort, Arts for Lawrence and their directors, officers, volunteers, representatives, and agents are NOT responsible for the errors, omissions, acts, or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific activity on their behalf. The risks include but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic, and actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers, monitors, and/or producers of the activity. These risks are not only inherent to participants but are also present for volunteers. The Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form shall be constructed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law. I HEREBY GIVE MY PERMISSION FOR THE SUMMER ART CAMP STAFF TO OBTAIN THE SERVICES OF THE INDICATED PHYSICIAN OR HOSPITAL IN THE CASE THE NAMED CAMPER SUFFERS ILLNESS OR ACCIDENT. I HEREBY GIVE MY PERMISSION TO HAVE PICTURES/VIDEOS TAKEN DURING CAMP TO BE USED BY ARTS FOR LAWRENCE AND/OR THEATER AT THE FORT FOR ANY BROADCAST, PRINT MEDIA, GRANT DOCUMENTATION, OR OTHER PUBLICITY. BY TYPING YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME BELOW, YOU ARE AGREEING TO ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OUTLINED IN THE RELEASE STATEMENT ABOVE. Today's Date * required If approved for a scholarship, we may be able to award up to one full week of Summer Art Camp. Please select what your first preference is, and we will try to accommodate. Choose an option If approved for a scholarship, we may be able to award up to one full week of Summer Art Camp. Please select what your second preference is, in the event your first isn't available. Choose an option Before and Aftercare is available at a rate of $50 per week. This rate is not covered under the scholarship. If this is needed, a separate payment link will be sent. * Yes No Unsure Yet Please upload a recent financial document (such as a tax return, SNAP/food assistance letter, or free/reduced lunch documentation). Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) To complete the application, a letter of recommendation will be needed. this can be from a pastor, teacher, counselor, etc. and will need to be on letterhead. iIf you don't have this at the time of applying, please have it emailed to leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Once all required materials have been submitted, Arts for Lawrence will notify you of the status of your scholarship application within 7 business days. Submit Thanks for submitting your scholarship application. We have received it, and will be in touch shortly. When you see this message, you can close out of the application.

Arts for Lawrence wouldn't be wonderful without YOU! Find out how you can support arts in Lawrence, Indiana by donating, volunteering, or sponsoring AFL. Get involved with a dedicated arts organization on the Eastside of Indianapolis! Support Us Donate Your donation helps Arts for Lawrence connect arts and community to inspire everyone every day. Donate Now Volunteer All volunteers receive a variety of incentives including free entry to events, awards and recognition, and fun with new friends! Sign Up Membership Show your support for the arts in Lawrence by purchasing a membership today! Free Membership Purchase Membership Leave Your Mark Support the arts and leave your mark by adopting a seat in our historic Theater at the Fort. Adopt-A-Seat Purchase a Brick Sponsor By supporting AFL’s work in the community, you are also investing in the local economy and your own business. Learn More Other Ways to Give If you're interested in giving gifts of stock, bequests, or planned giving, please call our Executive Director at 317-875-1900 or via email at the link below. Contact Us

See a remarkable gallery exhibition or take a professionally-led class in the Arts for Lawrence Judy Byron Visual Arts Center! Reserve your spot and supplies or donate the cost of a reservation to an underserved member of our community. Visual Arts Center Art Classes and Events 8970 Otis Avenue, Lawrence IN, 46216 We couldn’t load Events due to a technical issue Refresh your page to try again Refresh Page

Arts for Lawrence is made up of great people, volunteers, funders, donors, and sponsors working to bring the best performing and visual arts experiences and opportunities to the Eastside of Indianapolis. Find out how you can get involved! BECOME A SPONSOR VENDOR SIGNUP