Art Barn School of Art

Art Barn School of Art Art Barn School is dedicated to fostering the love of art for artists of all ages and abilities

Established in 1977, Art Barn School of Art is a not for profit organization located on 69 acres of beautiful pastoral farmland in Jackson Township. The renovated school is housed in a century old barn, and the farmhouse is artist residence. Each season inspires painters in oil, acrylic, and watercolor, sculptors, photographers, and art lovers from all over the country. Works of local and national artists are on exhibit, and summer workshops are taught by nationally acclaimed professionals. Yearly exhibitions and events are featured on our website, artbarnschool.org

Don’t miss out! 📸🏛️You only have a little time left to experience the Duneland Photography Club Architecture on Display...
09/29/2026

Don’t miss out! 📸🏛️

You only have a little time left to experience the Duneland Photography Club Architecture on Display exhibition at Art Barn School of Art! On display now through October 8, 2026. Stop by the gallery to explore stunning perspectives on local and global architecture, and buy beautiful prints to bring a piece of local art home! 📸

🍁 ATTENTION ART BARN MEMBERS! 🎨Our Fall Member Newsletter has officially landed in your inbox! 📬✨Inside this edition, yo...
09/25/2026

🍁 ATTENTION ART BARN MEMBERS! 🎨

Our Fall Member Newsletter has officially landed in your inbox! 📬✨

Inside this edition, you’ll find:
🎨 Upcoming autumn classes & workshops
🖼️ Artist spotlights and Art Barn updates
📅 Upcoming events

Not a member yet? Join today to get exclusive perks, class discounts, and seasonal updates delivered straight to you! 🍂

Refer a friend, get rewarded! How it works:
The referred member must join before November 5.
Must be a new member.
They must enter your name on the registration form, so you receive credit.
We will email you a $5 coupon code toward any purchase of $20 or more to redeem at checkout (expires 12/24/26).

🎨 THANK YOU, ART BLITZ SUPPORTERS! 🎨Despite the rainy morning, the festival turned out to be a day full of creative fun ...
09/25/2026

🎨 THANK YOU, ART BLITZ SUPPORTERS! 🎨

Despite the rainy morning, the festival turned out to be a day full of creative fun for those of all ages! We are grateful to our guests, sponsors, instructors, volunteers, and community partners who made this event possible.

A massive THANK YOU to:

🎨Our Attendees: Thank you to everyone who joined us, brought your wonderful creative energy, explored the grounds, and filled the day with bright smiles and enthusiasm!

🖌Our Sponsors: Your generous support provided the resources needed to keep art accessible, engaging, and fun for all ages.

PBS Michiana - WNIT
Town Planner of NWI
Along the South Shore
95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS
NiSource
Mechanical Concepts
Family Express
Strack & Van Til
Costco
Porter County Bank
Urschel

🦋Our Community Partners: Your collaboration, active presence, and shared commitment to our region make our community vibrant, connected, and strong.

Shirley Heinze Land Trust
Humane Indiana Wildlife
Opportunity Enterprises
Girl Scouts

🌻Our Volunteers: You are the heart of this event! From helping visitors navigate activities to keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, your dedication and energy made all the difference.

United Way Northwest Indiana Volunteers
Valpo Softball
Art Barn Instructors & Art Barn Volunteers

Thank you for supporting Art Barn School of Art. Together, you help Art Barn thrive!

Looking for a fun, hands-on creative outlet for your child this fall? 🍁🎨Our October Creativity Lab offers a supportive s...
09/25/2026

Looking for a fun, hands-on creative outlet for your child this fall? 🍁🎨

Our October Creativity Lab offers a supportive space for young creators to experiment with different artistic tools and styles. Young students will spend Saturday mornings creating with fellow artists, building confidence in drawing, painting, and other mixed media while discovering the joy of self-expression! Don't miss out on the fun!

🗓️ Schedule: Saturdays, Oct 3-24 | 10 AM – 12 PM
🎟 Price: $80
🦋 Ages: 5-9

Register with link in bio or by following the link below:
www.artbarnschool.org/service-page/october-creativity-lab-2?referral=service_list_widget

ART BARN'S 10TH ART BLITZ IS HAPPENING TODAY! 🎨🌻TODAY Sept 19 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM🖌🦋Pack up the family, grab your friend...
09/19/2026

ART BARN'S 10TH ART BLITZ IS HAPPENING TODAY!

🎨🌻TODAY Sept 19 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM🖌🦋

Pack up the family, grab your friends, and come spend a beautiful rainy day with us at the Art Barn! Our 10th Annual Art Blitz is officially underway, and the grounds are bursting with creativity and fresh-air fun.

Whether you want to roll up your sleeves at one of our hands-on art stations, explore our pollinator gardens, or watch live artist demonstrations there is no better place to be today.

🎟 Activity Tickets Available At The Gate

REMINDER: Art Blitz Happening Tomorrow!Get ready to step outdoors, soak up the fresh air, and immerse yourself in a vibr...
09/18/2026

REMINDER: Art Blitz Happening Tomorrow!

Get ready to step outdoors, soak up the fresh air, and immerse yourself in a vibrant day of outdoor creativity at the Art Barn School of Art! Art Blitz is our annual celebration, bringing together families, friends, and art lovers for an unforgettable Saturday filled with hands-on fun for all ages!

FREE Art Activities, Live Artist Demos, and Pollinator Gardens
* Activity tickets available at the gate for select art activities

📍 Location: Art Barn School of Art | Valparaiso, IN

🗓️ When: Tomorrow! Saturday, Sept 19 | 11 AM – 4 PM

Learn More: LINK IN BIO

Register your young artists in our Youth Ceramics class! Led by instructor Betsy Barger, students will explore essential...
09/15/2026

Register your young artists in our Youth Ceramics class! Led by instructor Betsy Barger, students will explore essential hand-building techniques, including pinch pot, coil, and slab construction, to create their very own glaze-fired masterpieces. Our Youth Ceramics class is scheduled conveniently on Saturdays, making it easy to fit into busy family routines!

Sat, Sept 26 – Oct 31,(5 Sessions; no class Oct 10) from 10 AM – 12 PM

Cost: $175

Ages: 10–14

Students will have fun getting their hands dirty, creating their own unique masterpieces with fellow peers.

Tap the link below to register: www.artbarnschool.org/service-page/youth-ceramics-5?referral=service_list_widget

⚠🎨REMINDER: 10th Art Blitz is happening this Saturday!🎨⚠Looking for the ultimate hands-on weekend plan? Join us at the A...
09/14/2026

⚠🎨REMINDER: 10th Art Blitz is happening this Saturday!🎨⚠

Looking for the ultimate hands-on weekend plan? Join us at the Art Barn for our annual Art Blitz event- fun and creativity for all ages!

What you & your family can look forward to:

🎨🖌Hands-On Art Making: Try your hand at Ink on Vellum, Printmaking(FREE), Paint-a-Pot, Decoupage, Card Making (FREE), and LEGO building (FREE).

🏺👩🏾‍🎨Live Artist Demos: Watch talented local artists bring amazing artwork to life in real time! Watercolor with Julia Holmaas, Ceramics with Harold Woodridge & Chris Hartz, and Pastels with Judy Davis.

🌻🦋Creative Outdoor Fun: Magician Richard Littlefield, Face Painting by Binary Star Arts & Ent, Sunflower Picking, and Pollinators in the Gardens.

🌮🚚Food Truck: Bay City Tacos

Give your family a day full of art, imagination, and community spirit. Pack up the kids and come celebrate the arts with us!

📍 Location: Art Barn School of Art | Valparaiso, IN

🗓️ When: Saturday, September 19 from 11 AM - 4 PM

🎟 Admission & Parking is FREE, with activity tickets available at the gate.

Address

695 N 400 East
Valparaiso, IN
46383

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12194629009

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