South Bend Museum of Art

South Bend Museum of Art The collection includes historical paintings by the Hoosier impressionists as well as works by living Midwestern artists from South Bend and the region.
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Located in the heart of downtown South Bend, the South Bend Museum of Art offers a vibrant mix of contemporary and historical exhibitions, art classes for all ages, and community programs that celebrate creativity and culture. The museum's permanent collection is exhibited in the Carmichael Gallery, and includes a mix of styles and imagery by American artists from the 19th century to present day.

Five other galleries display changing exhibitions: traveling, solo and group exhibitions by professional artists as well as local artist groups and students. The SBMA hosts events on the first Fridays of each month ranging from artist receptions to social events like Meet Me on the Island that intermingle art and live music. Educational opportunities include a full range of instruction designed to meet the needs of all skill sets from youth to adult. Museum Morning and Sculpture Quest introduces area 5th graders to art and resources are made available to area educators. The SBMA maintains an active docent program of volunteers that lead educational tours through the galleries.

🎨 🖼️ ☀️ Summer creativity is in high demand at SBMA! Our Summer Camps are just about full up!It's incredible to see so m...
05/30/2026

🎨 🖼️ ☀️ Summer creativity is in high demand at SBMA! Our Summer Camps are just about full up!

It's incredible to see so many young artists ready to explore and create with us. We'll be exploring hands-on projects in these camps which are designed to spark students' imaginations and build their confidence in creating art. These camps are 1 week long, and students will bring home at least 4 awesome projects that celebrate their favorite parts of summer.

Only a few spots are left. Don’t miss your chance to join us this summer!

05/30/2026

Local South Bend artist and founder of Mural Mania Alex Ann Allen is making moves and she needs our support! 🎨

Alex is one of just 3 finalists selected for the opportunity to create a large-scale mural depicting the Indiana Fever at the Indiana Fever Sports Performance Center in Indianapolis. This is a huge moment for her career and for South Bend's creative community.

One of the deciding factors? A community survey. That's where we come in.

Here's how you can help:
1. Share this post. The more people who see it, the more votes Alex gets. Tag your friends, share to your stories, pass it along.
2. Take the survey linked in the comments below. It takes just a minute and it matters.

Alex plays a huge part in making the downtown South Bend you know and love beautiful. Let's show up strong for her.

👀 Only a few more short weeks to see Brian Hutsebout's exhibition, "On Holding On," up through June 14, 2026!
05/29/2026

👀 Only a few more short weeks to see Brian Hutsebout's exhibition, "On Holding On," up through June 14, 2026!

🌸 The Arts in Bloom Garden Walk is coming up! If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, now is the time! We'd love to take...
05/28/2026

🌸 The Arts in Bloom Garden Walk is coming up! If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, now is the time!

We'd love to take this opportunity to thank one of our sponsors of the event, Vite Greenhouses! Your support and the support of sponsors like you are what help make this event a reality!

👀 Around the Bend is SBMA’s biennial celebration of the vibrant visual arts communities of Michiana. This open-call exhi...
05/27/2026

👀 Around the Bend is SBMA’s biennial celebration of the vibrant visual arts communities of Michiana. This open-call exhibition showcases the creative talent and diversity of the arts in our region. Approximately 240 artists from eight Michiana counties will participate this year. Artworks are displayed salon style (floor to ceiling) in the Warner Gallery, our largest exhibition space.

The First Friday Reception on June 5 from 5 to 8 pm will be a chance to celebrate with artists and the public, and will include refreshments, remarks, and opportunities to vote for community choice awards.

📣 Teen Artists: Get ready to jump into a hands-on printmaking experience this summer at South Bend Museum of Art! In Tee...
05/26/2026

📣 Teen Artists: Get ready to jump into a hands-on printmaking experience this summer at South Bend Museum of Art! In Teen Linoleum Printmaking Intensive with Laurie S. Rousseau, students ages 13–18 will explore relief printmaking while transforming personal stories into works of art.

Registration for summer camp is open now, and registration for all summer classes opens June 1. Don’t miss your chance to join us this summer and explore your creativity!

🌸 The Arts in Bloom Garden Walk is coming up! If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, now is the time! We'd love to take...
05/23/2026

🌸 The Arts in Bloom Garden Walk is coming up! If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, now is the time!

We'd love to take this opportunity to thank one of our sponsors of the event, Beacon Health!

👀 OPENING TOMORROW 🚨 🚨 🚨 🧑‍🎨 Around The BendAround the Bend is SBMA's biennial celebration of the vibrant visual arts co...
05/22/2026

👀 OPENING TOMORROW 🚨 🚨 🚨

🧑‍🎨 Around The Bend
Around the Bend is SBMA's biennial celebration of the vibrant visual arts communities of Michiana. This open-call exhibition showcases the creative talent and diversity of the arts in our region.

🎨 Northern Indiana Pastel Society
For two decades, Northern Indiana Pastel Society has championed the beauty, discipline, and expressive possibilities of pastel while building a vibrant community of artists across our region. The exhibition is juried by South Bend artists and art professors Bill and Julie Tourtillotte.

🎨 OPENING THIS WEEKEND: Northern Indiana Pastel Society Exhibition!The South Bend Museum of Art is honored to celebrate ...
05/21/2026

🎨 OPENING THIS WEEKEND: Northern Indiana Pastel Society Exhibition!

The South Bend Museum of Art is honored to celebrate the 20th Anniversary Exhibition of the Northern Indiana Pastel Society. For two decades, Northern Indiana Pastel Society has championed the beauty, discipline, and expressive possibilities of pastel while building a vibrant community of artists across our region. The exhibition is juried by South Bend artists and art professors Bill and Julie Tourtillotte.

Artwork shown: Mary Meehan Firtl, Evolution, 2026. Pastel on pastelboard. © Mary Meehan Firtl.

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