January 2026 - Hancock County Arts

Dec 29, 2025
6 min read

Updated: Jan 27

Happy New Art! TwentyNorth gallery will reopen in 2026 with art intake days on Wednesday/Thursday, January 28 - 29, from 3-7 pm (dates changed due to snow) in support of February's show, "The Value of Love."

Changing Footprints Sneaker-Tree Wins People's Choice Award

Changing Footprints won first place in the 2025 Festival of Trees, followed by the James Whitcomb Riley House. We sincerely thank all participating organizations!

THANK YOU to All Artisan Shoppe Vendors and

Small Works Artists

From Christmas decor and gift bags to personal care items to fine art, the 2025 Artisan Shoppe was a huge success! Hancock County Arts would like to thank everyone who contributed their time and talent to provide a unique experience for December visitors to the gallery!

In 2026, YOU Could Be the Artist... Classes, Workshops, Open Studios, and More!

Open Painting - Tuesdays 9am-noon, Broadway Flats Studio, 210 S. Center Street, Greenfield, All welcome. Artists, bring your projects and come out to work, exchange ideas, and enjoy the company of other artists. Classes

Figure Drawing - Live Model Tuesdays, 6 - 8pm, Circle of Care Inc, 312 East Main St. Greenfield, Parking available. Enter Door # 1. The first figure drawing session of the year will be on Tuesday, January 20th.

Figure drawing will always help you improve as an artist. Whether you’re practicing quick gestures or more detailed figures, time in the figure room is an artist’s best friend. You'll be drawing the human form in any of its various shapes and postures, using your own drawing media. If you would like to be added to our text notice list, email us to let us know. All are welcome. Come to class with your preferred supplies and easels, as well as a $5.00 model fee.

We look forward to sharing the studio with you in 2026.

A Pause for Words

"Field Note" By Lylanne Musselman

A great white

egret stands

among long

linear leaves

of wild rye,

glides graciously

into the calm creek,

his reflection

echoes his image,

handsome as

the Greek hunter

Narcissus,

whose vanity

he thankfully

knows

nothing about.

Lylanne Musselman is an award-winning poet, visual artist, and playwright, who lives with her cats and creates in Eaton, IN. She is a member of Hancock County Arts. Musselman instructs writing classes of all stripes at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis and at the University of Indianapolis.

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Call for Entries: TwentyNorth Gallery's Art Intake Dates and Exhibitions

February - Love Incorporated - Artist Reception - February 13th

Art Intake January 28 - 29, 3 - 7pm

All media, processes, subjects, themes, and aesthetics will be presented in this showcase of artists who will present their inspirations from the theme “the value of love” – love of thy community or nation, love of our fellow humans, caring for those in need, personal love interests, or inspired by doing what you love. HCA is supporting of our local non-profit youth organization, The Landing Place/Recovery Cafe of Hancock County, through collaboration to encourage youth to find healing through the process of making art.

On view: January 29 - February 28

March - All Hancock Student Exhibit - Artist Reception - March 6th

Art Intake February 19 - 21 (11am - 2pm), February 26 - 28 (11am - 2pm), March 2 (3pm - 6pm).

March is national Youth Art Month. This exhibition showcases a select and diverse range of artwork and media submitted from all Hancock County schools (K-12). We are excited to present works that capture the imaginative perspectives of our young, creative students, reflecting their personal experiences, emotions and developing artistic skills. We celebrate the growth and potential of emerging artists, offering a glimpse into the future of the art world.

On view: March 5 - 28

April - Spring Exhibition - Artist Reception - April 10th

Art Intake March 30 - 31, 3pm - 6pm

All media, processes, subjects, themes, and aesthetics will be presented in this showcase of artists who will share their current works from their studio practices.

On view: April 2 – 25

May - Open Exhibition - Artist Reception - May 8th

Art Intake April 27 - 28, 3 - 6pm

All media, processes, subjects, themes and aesthetics will be presented in this showcase of artists who will share their current works from their studio practices.

On view: April 30 - May 23

June/July - Will Vawter Juried Exhibition - Reception and Awards Ceremony - June 12th, 6 - 9pm

Art Intake June 6, Noon - 4pm

The Will Vawter Juried Exhibition honors the legacy of renowned American artist Will Vawter by showcasing a diverse selection of artworks from contemporary artists. This juried exhibition features two-dimensional works, with pieces selected on artistic excellence, creativity, and technical skill. The exhibition celebrates both established and emerging talent, offering a platform for artists to present their work in the spirit of Vawter's artistic tradition.

On view: June 13 - July 25

August - bicycle pARTs II - Artist Reception - August 14th

Art Intake July 27 - 28, 3 - 6 pm

"I thought of that while riding my bicycle." -- Albert Einstein on the Theory of Relativity (allegedly). In this exhibition, artists follow Einstein's path and use the bicycle as inspiration for creating works in all media. The bicycle, or some of its mechanical parts, is explored, using traditional or contemporary media and aesthetics to celebrate this beloved mode of transportation and the joy, challenges, an philosophical depths of cycling.

On view: July 30 - August 29

September - America 250 Celebration - Artist Reception - September 11th

Art Intake August 31 - September1, 3 - 6pm

All media, processes, subjects, themes, and aesthetics will be presented in this showcase of art celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and founding of the USA.

On view: September 3 - 26 (coincides with Riley Festival October 1 - 4)

October - Members' Exhibition - Artist Reception - October 9th

Art Intake September 28 - 29, 3 - 6pm

All media, processes, subjects, themes and aesthetics will be presented in this showcase of HCA artist members.

On view: October 1 - 31

November/December - Small Works 2026 - Artist Reception - November 13th

Art Intake November 2 - 3, 3 - 6pm

This show calls for small-scale, two-dimensional artworks no larger than 8" x 10" (80 square inches), with the intention of providing original art at accessible price points for collecting or gift-giving.

On view: November 5 - December 19

Other Key Events in 2026

June 6 - Plein Air Paint-Out, 8:30am - 1pm. Artists are invited to paint outdoors in a variety of locations in and around Greenfield. Plein Air Paint-Out Exhibition at the Thrive Center, June - July TBD

June 13 - Summer Celebration, 10am - 2 pm. An art and music festival in the gallery and the North Street Living Alley to celebrate our talented artists and musicians.

August 14 - Art War, 6 - 8 pm. Artists are invited to paint anything that inspires them during a one-hour competition (two sessions) held on the sidewalk in front of the gallery, in view of the community. The work is then judged by the public for the prize of best artwork created that evening. This event conveniently coincides with the annual Chocolate Walk hosted by the Greenfield Area Chamber of Commerce.

August 29 - Hancock FLAT 50 bicycle race. Celebration of the bicycle continues!

September 12 - Chalkfest, 12 - 4pm.

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"Hancock County Arts" https://www.facebook.com/HancockCountyArtsCouncil/

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"Hancock County Arts Community Page, Indiana Art Lovers" https://www.facebook.com/groups/315137957535339

Hancock County community groups are welcome to publicize events and classes here.

"Hancock County Arts Literary Community"

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1452375805833065

A page devoted to the literary arts in Hancock County.

"Hancock County Arts" Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hancockcountyarts/

As with Facebook we try to promote our events, artists and classes.

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Art Lovers /Art and Culture Supporters

See more art! You can view more HCA Member artwork at Wooton Hoy, LLC, 13 N. State Street, Greenfield and at Greenfield Christian Church Gallery, 23 North East Street, Greenfield.
Show art at your business! If you are interested in hanging artwork at your business, let us know.
Donate to Hancock County Arts (Click Here)
Are you Passionate about Art? Or describe yourself as having controllable diversion with Art? Open committee meeting is first Wednesday each month.
Wheelchair access at back of gallery (west side). For other accessibility accommodations, please contact us at 317.967.2461 or hancockcountyarts@gmail.com at least one week prior to visiting. Any accommodations needed for accessibility, please contact us at hancockcountyarts@gmail.com or 317.967.2461, at least one week prior to any visit.