DISPLAY. PERFORM. EXPERIENCE. APPRECIATE.
Connecting the arts and community
The Arts Alliance of Greater Bloomington (AAGB) is an organization connecting artists with each other and the community to facilitate collaboration and enrich Bloomington's vibrant arts network. Join us to share your artistry through the Bloomington Arts Directory, social media (Facebook, Instagram), or Arts Alliance Center (located in College Mall)!
Bloomington Chamber Singers
Constellation Stage & Screen
Painting class at Arts Alliance Center
Bloomington Symphony Orchestra
Middle Eastern Dancers
Writers Guild at Bloomington
Henry Leck painting
Stages Bloomington
Voces Novae
Bloomington Open Studios Tour - Meg Lagodzki
Arts Alliance Center Gallery
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN BTOWN
Arts Alliance Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
Experience the warmth and creativity of the holiday season at our Holiday Arts & Crafts Show! We’re thrilled to welcome local artisans and the community to celebrate the season. 🎄🌟
🗓️ Dates: Thanksgiving weekend & weekends in December
📍 Location: Arts Alliance Center, College Mall
🎨 Discover: Handcrafted pieces from talented artists and unique gifts for everyone on your list
Can’t make it on opening weekend? Visit us on weekends until Sunday, December 22nd to explore unique holiday finds and support local artists in a festive, welcoming setting.
FIND AN ARTIST. JOIN THE COMMUNITY.
Bloomington Arts Directory
Explore our newly revamped arts directory, free for all local artists and arts organizations.
Click the pictures to learn more about each category. Join today and connect with our vibrant community!
WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS
Display and sell your art in the Arts Alliance Center Gallery
Rent the Flex Space for musical performances, rehearsals, classes or other arts-related events
Schedule a one-month group or solo exhibits in the Flex Space
BECOMING A MEMBER OF AAGB
Member benefits
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Promote your art
Spread words about your work or performance through the Alliance’s newsletter, social media account, and at cultural events.
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Connect with patrons
Members of the AAGB are highlighted in the Arts Directory so that patrons can find you more easily.
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Connect with amazing artists
Find fellow artists in our Arts Directory. Get inspired by in our networking events connecting creative professionals.
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Reduced rate for great space
You’re an active artist? Members can display their work and host activities at our amazing Arts Alliance Center at a reduced rate.
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Professional Development
The Alliance organizes professional development workshops and networking events so that you can grow further as an artist.
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Have an impact
As a member, you have the opportunity to have a positive impact on the arts community in the Greater Bloomington area by volunteering or joining a committee
FAQs
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The AAC (Arts Alliance Center) is a project by the AAGB (Arts Alliance of Greater Bloomington) to show artists’ works and performances. Find more about our Gallery and Flex Space in the AAC, and Events you might want to join.
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The AAGB is funded by the Bloomington Arts Commission and Indiana Arts Commission. We are also blessed with sponsors that support our course.
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The Bloomington Arts Directory is a resource for artists and arts organizations to connect with the community. To get listed, use the “Add“ function above the directory. Learn more about the directory in our blog.
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Yes, you can post your events on our Bloomington Arts Calendar, follow these steps:
Visit the calendar page through this link
Click the "Submit Event" button
Fill out the event submission form with all relevant information, including the event title, date, time, location, description, and any additional details.
Submit the form for review by the volunteers at the Arts Alliance.
See more about the Bloomington Arts Calendar in this blogpost.
WITH FUNDING FROM
BLOOMINGTON THRIFT SHOP - PSY IOTA XI