Evansville Region Arts & Culture Plan - Open House

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EVANSVILLE REGION UNVEILS FIRST ARTS & CULTURE PLAN

The Evansville Region has unveiled its first Arts & Culture Plan, developed with support from a planning grant through the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s (IEDC) READI 2.0 program. This plan positions the region to pursue competitive project funding through the IEDC’s $65 million statewide Arts & Culture Initiative, launching in early 2026. 

The READI 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative supports arts and culture planning and projects across Indiana’s 13 READI regions. Administered by the IEDC in partnership with the Indiana Arts Commission and made possible through support from Lilly Endowment Inc., the initiative represents a significant investment in community vibrancy and quality of place. 

Individuals and organizations across the Evansville Region will be eligible to apply for funding through a process managed by the Indiana Arts Commission, with additional details expected in February. Proposed projects will be evaluated based on their alignment with the region’s Arts & Culture Plan. 

Join our Arts & Culture plan open house information session on February 17 to walk through our regional plan and gain a further understanding of alignment expectations for READI 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative funding. 

• Date: February 17 

• Location: Victory Theatre, 6th Street Lobby 

• Time: 4:00–6:00 p.m.