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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. 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 AFL News A Winding Way to the Canvas: Brian Atkinson's Life in Art AFL Social

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! AGES 6-13 Each day at camp is filled with creativity and fun! Mornings begin with visual art classes inspired by the week’s performance theme, followed by lunch (provided) and recess. In the afternoons, campers dive into performing arts classes led by local arts partners. Activities may include painting, pottery, t-shirt design, digital art, dance, acting, global music, and more! At the end of each week, campers showcase their talents in a Friday Art Show & Performance at 3 PM. Camp Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 3 PM Before & After Care: Available for $50/week Before Care: 7:30 AM – 9 AM After Care: 3 PM – 4:30 PM Registration: $195/week (scholarships available! ) WEEK 1 | JUNE 8-12 | THEATRE WEEK 🎭✨ Theatre Week is the perfect spotlight for young performers! In partnership with REACT , campers will dive into the world of acting, storytelling, and stage performance. Through fun games, improvisation, and scene work, they’ll build confidence, creativity, and teamwork. The week culminates in a live performance where campers take the stage to showcase their theatrical talents! REGISTRATION IS FULL, Waitlist Available WEEK 2 | JUNE 15-18 | CHORAL WEEK 🎶✨ Choral Week is the perfect opportunity for young singers to find their voice! In partnership with The Performing Arts Conservatory (TPAC) , campers will explore vocal technique, harmony, rhythm, and musical expression through engaging group activities and rehearsals. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, musicality, and teamwork while learning how voices come together as one. The week culminates in a live performance where campers proudly share their choral talents with family and friends! WEEK 3 | JUNE 22-26 | DANCE WEEK 💃✨ Dance Week is all about movement, rhythm, and expression! Led by the talented instructors of Kenyettá Dance Compan y, campers will explore various dance styles while building confidence, coordination, and creativity. Through fun choreography and high-energy movement, they’ll develop performance skills and a deeper appreciation for the art of dance. The week concludes with an exciting live showcase, where campers take the stage to show off their moves! WEEK 4 | JULY 6-10 | MUSIC WEEK 🥁🎶 Music Week is a rhythmic adventure around the world! Led by Adam Riviere , campers will explore world drumming and percussion, learning beats and rhythms from diverse cultures. Through hands-on experience with various percussion instruments, they’ll develop musicality, coordination, and teamwork. The week wraps up with an energetic live performance, where campers showcase their newfound drumming skills! To register for Summer Art Camp as a paid camper, please complete the registration form. If you are applying for a scholarship, please complete only the scholarship application form. REGISTRATION FORM SCHOLARSHIP FORM

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. The cost is $195/week. | Before/Aftercare is available for an additional $50/week. June 8-12 (FULL) | June 15-18 (CLOSED ON JUNE 19TH) | June 22-26 | July 6-10 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 Clicking the payment button below submits your registration form. Registration is not complete until dates are selected and payment is made on the next page. PAYMENT

Arts for Lawrence Staff Shaila Mulholland, PhD Interim Executive Director info@artsforlawrence.org Andre Parnell Artists at Work Resident Artist Meet Andre Board of Directors As an AFL board member, you can play a significant part in connecting arts and the community to inspire everyone every day. Serving on the AFL board of directors is an excellent way to surround yourself with individuals with similar values and make a meaningful impact in our community. AFL board members are required to make an annual gift that is personally significant, attend monthly board meetings and fundraising events, and serve as an ambassador in the community among other volunteer opportunities. Shaila Mulholland Program Manager Brittany Person Chelle "Scooter" Carey leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org Rochelle Jerry Secretary Barbara Lawrence Vice President leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org President & Treasurer Ash Robinson Board Member Marcia Hall Board Member

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! About Us Arts for Lawrence connects arts and community to inspire everyone every day. Founded in 2006, Arts for Lawrence (AFL) is the largest performing and visual arts nonprofit organization in Lawrence and the northeast quadrant of Indianapolis. AFL offers a diverse blend of affordable quality art programs at the Theater at the Fort, the Visual Art Center, and the Fort Ben Cultural Campus. Programs include festivals, theater performances, outdoor concert series, art classes, art exhibitions, poetry readings, and more. Many of these events are free to the public. Click Here For Images Mission Arts for Lawrence connect arts & community to inspire everyone, every day. Vision Lawrence is a vibrant Cultural District as designated by the State of Indiana. Core Values Relentless commitment to the vision. Continuous improvement defines our future. Breaking barriers to serve all. Giving our best in every interaction. Be kind. As stewards of the historic Theater at the Fort, AFL builds strong partnerships to bring a diverse blend of performances to the stage in drama, music, dance, storytelling, and more. AFL launched the Fort Ben Cultural Campus in June 2021. The former Fort Harrison Communications building was moved to the Cultural Campus and was repurposed as a Visual Art Center offering a gallery with monthly exhibitions, a ceramics studio offering classes for all ages and abilities, and an upstairs classroom offering classes in many other art mediums including painting, digital art, and needle felting. The Fort Ben Cultural Campus is also home to the Musical Swings, open to the public with music playing from 9 am – 10 pm daily. Meet the Staff & Board View Staff & Board View Financial & Annual Report View Financial Info The arts can do great things with your help! Donate Now!

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

Arts for Lawrence Staff Shaila Mulholland, PhD Interim Executive Director info@artsforlawrence.org Andre Parnell Artists at Work Resident Artist Meet Andre Board of Directors As an AFL board member, you can play a significant part in connecting arts and the community to inspire everyone every day. Serving on the AFL board of directors is an excellent way to surround yourself with individuals with similar values and make a meaningful impact in our community. AFL board members are required to make an annual gift that is personally significant, attend monthly board meetings and fundraising events, and serve as an ambassador in the community among other volunteer opportunities. Shaila Mulholland Program Manager Brittany Person Chelle "Scooter" Carey President & Treasurer leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org Rochelle Jerry Secretary Barbara Lawrence Vice President leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org Ash Robinson leciafloyd@artsforlawrence.org Marcia Hall

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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

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 ! 3 days to the event FREEDOM REIMAGINED: NAATC COLLABORATIVE STORYTELLING SLAM Sat, May 30 More info Learn more Multiple Dates 6 days to the event Urban Line Dancing Tue, Jun 02 More info Learn more 12 days to the event Arts for Lawrence Summer Art Camp Mon, Jun 08 More info Learn more 17 days to the event 6th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee Sat, Jun 13 More info Learn more 18 days to the event "I'm Here" presented by The Performing Arts Conservatory Sun, Jun 14 More info Learn more Multiple Dates 25 days to the event 3rd Sunday Jazz Concerts Sun, Jun 21 More info Learn more 66 days to the event Bashiri Asad Presents: The Tony! Toni! Toné! Suite Sat, Aug 01 More info Learn more 129 days to the event 2026 Festival Herencia Hispana y Folklor Sat, Oct 03 More info Learn more 153 days to the event Poets Laureate of Lawrence: AI Workshop Tue, Oct 27 More info Learn more Multiple Dates 170 days to the event The Pirates of Penzance Fri, Nov 13 More info Details Our Partners Want your business to reach a new audience? Sponsor events at Arts for Lawrence! Sponsor Now!

Become a Sponsor Click Here For Images Benefits & Opportunities VIEW SPONSORSHIP GUIDE Fridays at the Fort Theater at the Fort Season Juneteenth Jubilee Summer Art Camp Visual Arts & Education Community Impact Sponsor For any further inquiries, contact info@artsforlawrence.org . AFL Sponsors Brad Cohron, Cohron Homes "Cohron Homes has committed to sponsoring Arts for Lawrence from day one and couldn't be more proud. Thank you, AFL, for your leadership in the arts sector for Lawrence! We will continue to support AFL and hope others will join us in keeping the arts strong and viable for the community to enjoy for decades to come." Dr. Shawn Smith, MSDLT "Arts for Lawrence is committed to providing arts and cultural programming that benefit the entire Lawrence Township community. Their emphasis on inclusion and access for all makes them a strong cultural asset we are proud to collaborate with and support." Chip Wood, PNC Client and Community Relations Director for Central and Southern Indiana "The Fort Ben Cultural Campus is truly an eastside gem, What a fantastic venue for this year's Fridays at the Fort music series. PNC was proud to support this celebration of musical diversity, which not only elevated exposure for a great lineup of local artists but helped Arts for Lawrence bring unique programming to our community."

Arts for Lawrence Committee Application Are you passionate about the arts and want to help shape creative opportunities in our community? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join the AFL Visual Arts and Performing Arts Committees * First name * Last name * Email * Phone * Address * Which committee are you interested in joining? * Why are you interested in joining this committee? * Do you have experience in arts programming, event planning, or related fields? (Briefly describe) * Any special skills or expertise that would benefit this committee? (e.g., marketing, fundraising, curating, teaching, technical theater, etc.) * Which category best describes your background and interest in the Visual Arts or Performing Arts Committee? (Select all that apply) I am a visual artist with experience in one or more disciplines (e.g., painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, ceramics). I am a performing artist with experience in theater, music, dance, or another performing arts discipline. I am a Lawrence or surrounding community member with strong community ties and an interest in the arts. I am a high school student that participates in visual or performing arts. Other * Are you able to attend quarterly meetings? (Yes / No) * Do you have any time constraints or scheduling preferences? Do you have any ideas or suggestions for AFL programming? Anything else you’d like us to know? Arts for Lawrence is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or socioeconomic status. We welcome all individuals who share our passion for the arts and community engagement. If you require any accommodations to complete this application or participate in committee activities, please contact us at info@artsforlawrence.org Submit