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The Center for Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) has been the home of South Shore Arts since its opening in 1989. As a primary tenant in this multi-use facility, space for South Shore Arts includes the 5,000 square foot William J. Bachman Gallery, the South Shore Arts Gift Shop, studios and general offices. Our main gallery is named after William J. Bachman, the architect of the CVPA and a founding member of South Shore Arts.

The South Shore Arts classrooms on the lower level of the CVPA include the Oesterle and Dietrich Studios, the Bodie Photography Studio, a pre-school art room and a ceramics studio.

South Shore Arts welcomes all visitors and affirms our commitment to making our programs and services accessible to everyone. Adults and children with all levels of all abilities are welcome to participate. Both galleries at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster are on ground level with no steps at the main entrance on the east side of the building. Elevator access to the lower studio level is available. Ample accessible parking is clearly marked. Wheelchairs are allowed in all areas of the Center for Visual and Performing Arts. Visitors who are blind or have low vision may arrange for free guided exhibit tours by calling Bridget Earnshaw, Director of Exhibitions at 219/836-1839, ext. 108. Please arrange for tour one to two weeks in advance. South Shore Arts classes are available to people of all abilities. Contact Micah Bornstein, Director of Education, at 219/836-1839, ext. 101., to learn more.

HOURS

Sunday: 12-4pm

Monday-Wednesday: 10am-5pm

Thursday: 12-7pm

Friday: 10am-5pm Saturday: 10am-4pm

Art in Focus at South Shore Arts, Tony Fitzpatrick Highlight

Art in Focus at South Shore Arts, Tony Fitzpatrick Highlight

Tony Fitzpatrick is a Chicago-based artist best known for his multimedia collages, printmaking, paintings, and drawings. Fitzpatrick's work are inspired by Chicago street culture, cities he has traveled to, children's books, tattoo designs, and folk art. Fitzpatrick has authored or illustrated eight books of art and poetry, and, for the last two years has written a column for the Newcity. Fitzpatrick's art appears in the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago, and the National Museum of American Art in Washington, DC. The Neville Brothers' album Yellow Moon and the Steve Earle's albums El Corazon and The Revolution Starts Now also feature Fitzpatrick's art. In 1992, Fitzpatrick opened a Chicago-based printmaking studio, Big Cat Press, which exists today as the artist exhibition space Firecats Projects. Before making a living as an artist, Fitzpatrick worked as a radio host, bartender, boxer, construction worker, and film and stage actor.

South Shore Arts Open House invites the community to tour galleries and classrooms

By: South Shore Arts Last Updated: February 17, 2023

South Shore Arts Open House invites the community to tour galleries and classrooms South Shore Arts is excited to announce a Studio Open House, Sunday, March 12 from 1-4pm. The public is invited to tour South Shore Arts classrooms and studios, watch live ceramic and painting demonstrations and participate in a printmaking workshop....

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: February 13, 2023

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, February 16 – 19 Northwest Indiana is cranking up the fun this weekend with a plethora of pastimes to enjoy. From delicious food and drinks to showcases of art to celebrations of the Region on 219 Day, there’s a little bit of everything this week! Take a look at...

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, February 2 – 6

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: January 30, 2023

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, February 2 – 6 This weekend is all about reflecting on the past and looking forward to the future in the Region! With musical performances in honor of people who changed the soundscape, reflections on the beauty of the world around us, and education opportunities...

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, January 26 – 29

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: January 23, 2023

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, January 26 – 29 While the weather may try to disagree, it’s still winter in the Region, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate that fact this weekend! From ice skating in Valpo, cozy band performances in Chesterton, Crown Point, and Hobart, to La Porte’s...

SOUTH SHORE ARTS EXHIBITION EXPLORES THE POETRY IN PAINTING

By: South Shore Arts Last Updated: January 13, 2023

SOUTH SHORE ARTS EXHIBITION EXPLORES THE POETRY IN PAINTING South Shore Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, is pleased to present Sense and Sensibility: Poetry in Painting. Curated by Dorman + Torluemke, the exhibit will run from January 20 through March 24, 2023, with an opening reception on Thursday,...