Arts in the Parks stands at the forefront of summer arts programs nationwide. From its modest beginnings in 1977, Arts in the Parks has grown to include 15 communities in Jay, Blackford and Adams in Indiana, and Mercer and Auglaize counties in Ohio.

This unique program provides art instruction to hundreds of students annually by literally taking the arts to them. Extraordinary artists from around the country share the arts with students 7 to 14 years of age. Parents are welcome to volunteer and attend any class with their children. All disciplines are covered including the visual arts, dance, theater, and music.  Community collaboration and support has allowed this program to grow.  The 2008 program includes these new activities: Arts in the Parks Goes to Camp, Family Nights, and Musical Petting Zoo.  Arts Place welcomes Celina, Hartford City and Montpelier as our newest locations. The schedule is now available. Sign up early as classes fill quickly. Open and save a PDF of the Arts in the Parks catalog by clicking here.  To request a class catalog and registration form call us at 260-726-4809, or email us. If you would like to know more about Arts in the Parks, contact Arts Place at artsland@jayco.net . Scholarship funding is provided Dr. G’s Memorial Scholarship Fund.  Support for Musical Petting Zoo at Wright State University is provided by the College Community Arts Council and Wright State University.  Instruments are being supplied by Muncie Music Center.  Arts in the Parks Goes to Camp and Portland Family Nights are made possible with support by FCC (Indiana).