Richmond / Wayne County, Indiana

PERFORMING ARTS

The Richmond area enjoys a kaleidoscope of artistic and cultural activity. The Symphony and Chorus, Civic Theatre and special concerts offer excitement and entertainment throughout the year. The Civic Hall Performing Arts Center offers special entertainment throughout the year ranging from The Peking Acrobats to Country Recording Artist Victoria Shaw. The Richmond Art Museum exhibits original works by regional, national and internationally acclaimed artists including two galleries featuring permanent collections specializing in Indiana art. In September, Richmond hosts a 2-day Jazz Fest. Heralded as a weekend of traditional Jazz and Blues, Jazz Fest celebrates Richmond's heritage as the center of the early Jazz recording industry. Other fun activity during the event is an art show. Music and theatre...what a nice way to top off the evening!

4th Floor Blues Club 923 N. "E" St., Richmond (765) 966-5654 (800) 966-3614 www.4parker.com
	The 4th Floor Blues Club hosts various monthly concerts and special events. Reception hall is available for private events.

Alternative Gift Fair Morrisson Reeves Library, 80 N. 6th Street, Richmond Hours TBA 765-855-3188 www.myalternativegiftfair.org
	December 3, 2011 Shoppers will have the opportunity to buy memberships or make donations to area non-profits as gifts for their loved ones.

Civic Hall Performing Arts Center 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy., Richmond Mon.-Fri. 8:30-12, 1-4. Group rates available. (765) 973-3350 (888) CIVICHALL www.civichall.com
	Richmond Civic Hall is a state-of-the-art performance facility that hosts performances by regional, national, and international touring artists and serves the region with the "Proudly Presenting Series".

Earlham Artist & Lecture Series Earlham College, 801 National Rd. W., Richmond (765) 983-1373 www.earlham.edu
	Earlham's rich schedule of public events brings performers and speakers of international renown to Richmond. The Fine Arts Department features student arts and performances. Many of the events are free or include a normal ticket price.

Earlham College Permanent Art Collection Earlham College, Lilly Library, 801 National Rd. W., Richmond Mon.-Thurs. 8 am-Midnight; Fri. 8 am-10 pm; Sat. 10 am-10 pm; Sun. Noon-Midnight (765) 983-1228 www.earlham.edu/~libr/ronald
	Experience art from around the globe in periodic exhibitions in the Ronald Gallery, Lilly Library. Admission is free.

Indiana University East Lively Arts Series 2325 Chester Blvd., Richmond Season: Oct.-June (765) 973-8240 www.iue.edu
	The Lively Arts Series offers up a blend of performing artists, exhibitions, lectures, and forums at little or no cost.

Jazz, Blues, Country and Gospel Heritage
33 S. 7th St., Richmond
(765) 962-1511
www.starrgennett.org

The Gennett Records branch of the now-defunct Starr Piano Company is well-known for its groundbreaking recordings of numerous jazz pioneers like Louis Armstrong, Hoagy Carmichael, Jelly Roll Morton and Duke Ellington. Once located on the banks of the Whitewater River in the center of Richmond, Gennett Records also recorded many pioneers in other styles of American music. Blues artist Thomas A. Dorsey and Charley Patton, one of the earliest and most-influential Delta blues musicians, both recorded for Gennett. Fiddlin' Doc Robert, Gene Autry and Ernest Stoneman made essential contributions on the Gennett label to a nascent form of country music known today as old-time music. The Starr Piano Company opened in 1872, adding phonographs and records around 1915. Special exhibit of the Starr-Gennett Foundation is located at The Richmond Furniture Gallery, in the Historic Depot District.

Murals
, Richmond
(765) 935-8687 or (800) 828-8414
visitrichmond.org

The murals of Wayne County exemplify the continued tradition of art through the eras. Some are profound, others whimsical, but all tell unique stories of the county over the past 200 years, including the Underground Railroad and Gennett Recordings. A large mural of jazz legend, Hoagy Carmichael, is located in downtown Richmond. Wayne County Tour of Murals brochure is available at the Old National Road Welcome Center or online at visitrichmond.org.

Museum of Overbeck Art Pottery 600 W. Main St., Cambridge City Mon.-Sat. 10-12 & 2-5; Closed holidays (765) 478-3335 www.overbeckmuseum.org
	Overbeck Pottery, produced between 1911 and 1955, is recognized as an important part of our national art history. The museum preserves the creative art of the six Overbeck sisters, who lived and worked in Cambridge City. Group tours by appt. Free admission.

Richmond Art Museum McGuire Memorial Hall, 350 Hub Etchison Pkwy., Richmond Tues.-Fri. 10-4; Sun. 1-4; Closed holidays (765) 966-0256 www.richmondartmuseum.org
	Fine art museum, founded in 1898, featuring Indiana artists and American art including, T.C. Steele, John E. Bundy, Wayman Adams, Wm. Meritt Chase, Robert Reid, Hilde Hassam, and Overbeck Pottery. Temporary exhibits feature regional and national artists. Group tours by appointment. Free admission.

Richmond Civic Theatre 1003 E. Main St., Richmond (765) 962-8011or (765) 962-1816 www.richmondcivictheatre.org
	The Richmond Civic Theatre has been providing quality production since 1952. Recently renovated, the theatre presents musical comedies to classic dramas, youth theatre productions, and alternative theatre.

Richmond Community Orchestra
, Richmond
amy@amynoelaw.com
rcoindiana.org

Richmond Community Orchestra is dedicated to encouraging lifelong musicianship and appreciation of orchestral music in Richmond, Indiana. Membership in the orchestra is free, and is open to musicians of all ages. The orchestra usually performs at least five free concerts a year, and occasionally performs extra concerts for special events or local organizations. RCO is a non-profit organization made possible by the generous donations of members and supporters.

Richmond Symphony Orchestra 380 Hub Etchison Pkwy., Richmond Season: Sept.-May with six concerts (765) 966-5181 www.richmondsymphony.org
	The Richmond Symphony Orchestra is a fully professional orchestra with a 100-voice chorus that has entertained since 1957. The Symphony presents guest artists from throughout the world for varied performances.