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One of a KIND Arts & Culture

The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) believes in supporting a climate where art and culture thrive; it's apparent throughout the fabric of the Indianapolis International Airport (IND). Permanent and temporary art collections are displayed in both public and post-security areas throughout the airport. Many of the collections were created by artists who live in Indiana or have ties to the Hoosier state.

Please note that due to a high volume of applicants, we are not accepting submissions for new artwork at this time.

History

Because art and culture are such important parts of the fabric of Indianapolis, city leaders and the IAA sought a facility that was not only accessible and easy to navigate but also visually and aesthetically appealing. These visionaries determined that the new terminal would be an open, light-filled, modern and comfortable space rich in ambiance, color, texture and local expertise.

Commissioning our Permanent Collection at IND

The IAA issued a worldwide call for artists to begin the early stages of the Midfield Project, part of a 30-year airport master-planning initiative. A total of 550 artists submitted work and 37 works of art by 17 artists–eight who have Hoosier ties–were brought into the terminal, creating our permanent collection works at IND. Read about the stories behind the artworks and the artists within this collection below.

CMI City Sounds - Indianapolis International Airport

CMI City Sounds is a project of Classical Music Indy (CMI), supported by the Indy Arts and Culture Restart & Resilience Fund: An Arts Council of Indianapolis program made possible by Lilly Endowment Inc.

This video features a new composition by Eliza Brown. "Music With Airports" is being performed by Larry Powell (trumpet), Riley Giampaolo (trombone), Ryan Miller (trombone), and Paul Mergen (tuba) at IND.

This video is accessible in the terminal by scanning a QR code located on each gate monitor.

Showing Your Artwork at IND

Each quarter the IAA works with the Arts Council of Indianapolis to select a Central Indiana artist's collections to display throughout the terminal. This is our way to show passing travelers the amazing talent that is alive in Indiana. The installations reflect the diverse culture and environment of Central Indiana.

We welcome any local artists interested in displaying their artwork at IND to submit a request below. While the temporary exhibits display work from a new artist every three months, keep in mind that space is limited to the available space at IND. The IAA values cultural diversity and encourages artists and organizations of varying backgrounds and experiences to submit proposals.

For additional information on the arts program at IND or to submit your artwork for consideration please contact Caity by email or phone.

Caity Withers
Arts Program & Marketing Specialist
Email: cwithers@ind.com
Phone:
317-487-5040

Arts Council of Indianapolis

Permanent Arts Collection


Temporary Arts Collection