Madison Named 6th Official Indiana Cultural District

In 2015, the Indiana Arts Commission accepted an Indiana Cultural District proposal from the Madison Area Arts Alliance and the City of Madison.

“Madison’s downtown vibrancy combined with their infectious enthusiasm and rich cultural history make them a natural fit for our program,” said Paige Sharp, Director of Programs for the Arts Commission. “We couldn’t be more pleased for them to receive this designation.”

The statewide designation provides recognition to advance Madison’s emphasis on the creative community and the arts as it relates to tourism, downtown revitalization and preservation. Madison joins current communities Bloomington, Carmel, Columbus, Lafayette and Nashville, each known for their strong arts and cultural appeal.

“This designation is perfect for Madison. For a small city, we have a uniquely large collection of creative people - from visual art to creative writing, music, theater, and culinary arts. This brings much attention to the community’s long effort and hard work to create a thriving community which values its historic architecture, natural beauty, and existing artists of all forms,” said Kim Nyberg, executive director of the Madison Area Arts Alliance.

For more information about the Indiana Statewide Cultural Districts Program, visit the Indiana Arts Commission website.

The Indiana Arts Commission is dedicated to the vision of the arts everywhere, everyday, for everyone in Indiana.