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Miller Beach Arts & Creative District

Gary, IN

GIG Fund

FY2025

About

This hands-on art project is a multi-part series that involves engagement between four professional artists and school-age children. The four workshops will involve students in the artistic process and enhance students’ school curriculum, introduce students to artistic professions, techniques and art critique. They also have the goal to lower cultural barriers to entering and enjoying art spaces.

Award Details

  • GIG Fund
    Grant or Award Received
  • Indiana
    Location
  • $3,000
    Grant Amount
  • 2025
    Fiscal Year of Award

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