The BAAC exists to support arts in education in all six area schools. The BAAC further promotes the arts by providing opportunities for artistic education, expression, and enjoyment in Batesville and the surrounding area.

Education.
Expression.
Enjoyment.

Services

BATESVILLE AREA ARTS COUNCIL

Promoting the Arts

6

Area schools receive funding

$1 million+

Donated for
education enrichment

2700

Students supported annually

Education

Integrating art-focused experiences into K-12 classrooms for nearly 2,700 students in all six Batesville area schools with our Arts in Education program.

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Expression

Supporting and highlighting local artists of all ages and arts concentrations through activities such as our Community Art Show and Young Artist Showcase.

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Enjoyment

Offering experiences that benefit and beautify the Batesville community such as the Art Walk, Farmer's Market Music, and Auction for the Arts.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Farmers Market Music: Megan Kestermann and Breanne Hodapp

Saturday, July 11

9-11 am

FREE

Downtown Batesville

Listen to music while you shop the freshest produce in town!

Farmers Market Music: Rebekah Wilhelm

July 25, 2026

9:00-11:00 AM

Beautiful contemporary cello music provides an unexpected backdrop to your Saturday morning!

FREE

Downtown Batesville

Farmers Market Music: Lane Deaton

August 1, 2027

9:00-11:00 AM

Listen to music while you shop!

FREE

Batesville Farmer's Market

Lane Deaton, an accomplished student of Bryce Mullins, is also a 2025 Southeastern Indiana Musicians Association (SEIMA) finalist. Lane brings an impressive musicality to his sets.