The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana recognizes individuals, groups, businesses, projects, and institutions that have made significant contributions to the arts in Southwestern Indiana. Winners in all categories will be announced in advance of the event on June 5th. The Art Awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 14th, 2025 at City View at Sterling Square.
Questions? Email the Arts Council at [email protected] for a more immediate response. Or call the Arts Council at (812) 303-3178.
Nominations are due by 4 p.m. on May 16th, 2025
Mayor’s Art Award – This highly prestigious honor is given to an individual whose contributions to the arts have had an exceptional impact on the community. Consideration is given to evidence of long-standing support of, and life-long interest in, the arts. The nominee must be a current resident of Vanderburgh County whose arts activities have had significant impact on the City of Evansville.
Visual Art Award – This award recognizes an exceptional candidate from the visual arts discipline. (Film and literary arts are included in this category.)
Performing Art Award – This award recognizes an exceptional candidate from the performing arts discipline.
Young Artist Award – This award recognizes a rising high school junior or senior in the 2025-2026 school year who displays exceptional aptitude in an artistic discipline.
Art Educator Award – This award recognizes an exceptional educator who directly influences and engages students of any age through the visual, literary, or performing arts.
Art Project Award – This award recognizes a project that utilized the arts to advance community, economic development, or quality of life goals or initiatives in the 2024 calendar year.
