2017 Raymond James Stutz Artists Open House

The Raymond James Stutz Artists Open House returns April 28 and 29 and will showcase 60+ artists across all mediums. Art lovers of all ages will enjoy this family-friendly event that showcases the vibrant art culture and diversity of Stutz artists. Now in its 24^th year, the open house attracts more than 6,000 people every year to the 400,000 square-foot former car factory.

In addition to the focus on art, visitors will enjoy live music, food and beverages, classic cars, artist demonstrations on Saturday, opportunities to meet the artists and buy their art. The Raymond James Stutz Artists Open House not only allows guests an opportunity to see the work of 60+ local artists in one place at one time, it’s an opportunity to see where and how their art is created. Artwork ranges from paintings, drawings and photography, to sculpture, jewelry and furniture. This is the perfect time to buy one-of-a-kind gifts with artwork prices ranging from $12 to $10,000.

Friday night offers a festive atmosphere perfect for adults, while families with children are encouraged to attend on Saturday. Saturday includes hands-on art activities, youth art scavenger hunt, and more.

WHAT:   Raymond James Stutz Artists Open House

WHEN:   Friday, April 28, 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: Stutz Business and Arts Center, 212 W. 10th St., Indianapolis (enter Bearcat Alley from 10^th or 11^th St.). Free parking in specially        marked lots.

COST:    $12 advance online tickets at www.stutzartists.com; $16 at the gate; children 12 and under free. Tickets are valid for both days.

INFO:     Cathi Wineland, [email protected] | stutzartists.com | (317) 503-6420.

Proceeds from the event support the Stutz Residency Program, a scholarship that provides free studio space and utilities for emerging local artists for one year. It is one of the largest grants to individual artists in the state.

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About the Stutz Artists Association: The Stutz Artists Association (SAA) is a nonprofit, volunteer organization of artists working in the historic Stutz Business and Arts Center. The 400,000-square-foot former car factory was renovated in the early 1990s and now houses studios for nearly 80 artists as well as offices for various small to mid-size businesses. The artists of the Stutz comprise one of the most varied and accomplished artist communities in Central Indiana, representing painters of all styles, sculptors, fiber artists, jewelers, photographers, print makers, muralists, furniture makers and many others.