VCC Downtown Valparaiso Exhibit & Reception

The Valparaiso Creative Council (VCC) continues to cultivate its Art + Innovation series as a cornerstone program, offering quarterly exhibits that showcase local artists at Roots Café and Lower Lincoln in downtown Valparaiso. Strengthened by its ongoing partnership with Purdue University Northwest, VCC continues to also provide the series to include exhibits at PNW’s Hammond campus. Ramping up spring and summer excitement, the VCC will host a FREE Art + Innovation artist reception where attendees can meet the artists and connect with community partners at the Valpo Creates Center and will feature a demonstration from the Valpo Salsa Dancing Group!


This Art + Innovation quarterly exhibit, "Portrait + Free Flow Colorations" is on display 4/10/26 - 7/10/26 at both downtown locations - featuring work by:


Ahn Le @lnpanhftu2
Emma Orsburn @Orsburn.window.paintings
Guy Wellman @Guy_wellman
Kayla Vasilko Kcasilko@purdue.edu
Mark Zimmerman @Mark.zimmerman.s.artwork


This reception, scheduled June 17th 5:00 - 7:00PM starts at Roots Cafe (108 W. Lincolnway), The Valpo Salsa Dancing Group will present a live demonstration of their spanish-infused, free-flowing dance style as well as present information on this exciting art form. Current artists will share their stories and insights with personal reflections on their journey and the thread that led to their interest in the visual arts.
Bring others along to network and mingle with artists, donors, board and community members during this reflective and celebratory evening!

Support Local Creativity:
As the Valparaiso Creative Council continues to grow its impact, community support remains vital to ensure next year is an equal, if not even bigger, success! Please follow us at on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on all events. You can also visit our newly revamped website to access our event calendar, information on how to rent our center, mural walk tour information, and view current art activation projects.


About the Valparaiso Creative Council: The Valparaiso Creative Council serves as a vital support system for artists and creative professionals in the community. Through exciting events, projects and initiatives, VCC fosters artistic growth, connects artists to resources and nurtures a vibrant cultural scene in Valparaiso and beyond.


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