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Open Call – The Book As Art, V. 11: Myth & Magic

Artists are invited to submit their interpretation of the "book" as an art form in this year's The Book as Art, V. 11: Myth & Magic exhibition. Artists are challenged to look inward and outward, to interpret classical myths and tales, to explore and expose modern myths and myth-making, and to create new, magical tales. Works must be submitted through callforentry.org by June 11th, 2023. The exhibition runs Sept. 7 - Oct. 30, 2023 on the 4th floor gallery of the Decatur Library.

2023 Decatur Arts Festival POSTER UNVEILING!

Thursday, March 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm • FREE
Decatur Glassblowing • 250 Freeman Street

This year’s beautiful festival poster reflects the exuberant spirit of Decatur’s Bicentennial celebration and the arts’ vital role in the community. Local Decatur artist, Lauri Jones, will be in attendance to sign free copies of the poster during the event. Enjoy glassblowing demonstrations by Nate Nardi, locally crafted beer from Three Taverns Brewery, and signature cocktails by Independent Distilling.

Decatur businesses – Reserve your spot for the ArtWalk!

Local galleries, retailers, and restaurants have the opportunity to kick-off the Decatur Arts Festival weekend on May 5 with ArtWalk, single-night, city-wide art experience that is free and open to the public. Decatur businesses, sign up as an artspot and spotlight your business while supporting the arts. It's a win-win.

Fine Arts Exhibition 2023 | Open Call for Entries

Open Call: “Small Changes” Fine Arts Exhibition

We're excited to announce the return of the Fine Arts Exhibition — with a few "Small Changes." A change of location, a shift in the time of year, and artwork that's no larger than 24 inches! All artists are invited to participate in the 34th Annual Decatur Fine Arts Exhibition, a juried multimedia presentation in conjunction with the Decatur Arts Festival, by submitting an entry by March 24.

20th Annual Oakhurst Wine Crawl

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for the annual Oakhurst Wine Crawl - it's back, y'all!! Saturday, March 11th from 4-7pm Come join over 20 community partners to sample 100+ wines in a souvenir wine glass, all while supporting community events…

Decatur Arts Festival 2023 Poster: Call for Artists

Decatur Arts Festival Invites Original Artwork for Official 2023 Poster As Decatur prepares to celebrate its 200th birthday in 2023, the Decatur Arts Alliance, in partnership with the City of Decatur, announces a call for artists to submit original art…

The Decatur Arts Festival Is Coming – In Early May!

The Decatur Arts Festival is moving up to Mother's Day Weekend! Come enjoy cooler weather and support the arts. The festival is free for all and will have a large artist market, live music, comedy acts, and theatre performances. Kids' even get their own festival on Saturday.

ArtWalk Is Back! Spotlight Your Businesses While Supporting the Arts

Local galleries, retailers, and restaurants have the opportunity to kick-off the Decatur Arts Festival weekend on May 6 with ArtWalk, single-night, city-wide art experience that is free and open to the public. Decatur businesses, sign up and become an artspot and spotlight your business while supporting the arts. It's a win-win.

Serve on the Decatur Arts Alliance Board

Update: Application submissions for the DAA Board of Directors are now closed. Interested in making a difference in the arts in Decatur? The Decatur Arts Alliance is expanding its Board of Directors and seeking new members with diverse perspectives and…

End of Year Giving

Ring in the New Year with the arts! We’re looking forward to installing new public art on and around the square, making over the East Howard pedestrian tunnel with Decatur’s own Sanithna Phansavanh, and getting the Creative Village ready for…

Thursday, March 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm • FREE Decatur Glassblowing • 250 Freeman Street

Thursday, March 30 • 5:30-7:30 pm • FREE
Decatur Glassblowing • 250 Freeman Street