Batesville Area Arts Council

Batesville Area Arts Council The Batesville Area Arts Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing access to the arts for our community. Welcome to BAAC!

Our Mission:
The Batesville Area Arts Council exists to enrich peoples’ lives in the Batesville, Arkansas area through the promotion of the arts and to serve as a unified voice for the arts community.

Grazie, Batesville! 🍋✨Thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors, donors, artists, volunteers, and guests, BAAC's ...
06/15/2026

Grazie, Batesville! 🍋✨

Thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors, donors, artists, volunteers, and guests, BAAC's Summer Celebration: An Evening in Italy raised more than $7,500 to support local arts programming.

The evening featured delicious food from Nature's Market and RV Park, live music by Luke Middleton, live painting by Emilee Gerhardt, and a silent auction showcasing local artists and businesses.

We were also proud to recognize Elizabeth Taylor as BAAC’s 2026 Board Member of the Year for her outstanding dedication, leadership, and service to the organization.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success, and to our presenting sponsor, First Community Bank, for helping bring the arts to our community.

📸: Juli Howard

Enjoy an evening in Italy with dinner, drinks, live music, as well as unique items and experiences to bid on at our Sile...
06/12/2026

Enjoy an evening in Italy with dinner, drinks, live music, as well as unique items and experiences to bid on at our Silent Auction!

🍋 Adventure Pass for 2
Experience the beauty of Arkansas from a different point of view with a Guided Rock Climbing at Jamestown Crag or Guided Caving Adventure.
$100 VALUE

🍋 Japanese Maple Tree
From Earth Station Nursery
$125 VALUE

🍋 90-Minute Somatic Massage with Kimberlee
Benefits of River Thistle Spa's Somatic Massage include reduced chronic pain, improved posture, and enhanced emotional resilience.
$150 VALUE

Silent Auction closes at 8:30 p.m.

Today is the last day to view “Rubye's Tiffany” by Jason Stout, 1st Place Winner of the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried...
06/12/2026

Today is the last day to view “Rubye's Tiffany” by Jason Stout, 1st Place Winner of the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition.

1. “Rubye's Tiffany,” oil on canvas
2. “Fran Leading, John Grieving,” oil on canvas
Jason Stout (Martin, TN)

Kelley Proaps (Tupelo, MS) is one of the artists featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display...
06/12/2026

Kelley Proaps (Tupelo, MS) is one of the artists featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display through Friday, June 12th.

1. “When the Party is Over,” oil on panel
2. “Sloth,” oil on panel

Only TWO DAYS until Summer Celebration: An Evening in Italy and tickets are officially SOLD OUT!We’re excited to share a...
06/10/2026

Only TWO DAYS until Summer Celebration: An Evening in Italy and tickets are officially SOLD OUT!

We’re excited to share a few of the Silent Auction items up for bid on Friday (Part 1):

🍋 BAAC Private Paint Party (for up to 16 people)
Enjoy an entertaining paint party with your friends in the new Work/Shop on Main.
$560 VALUE

🍋 Wooden Quilt Art by Greg Wolf
$75 VALUE

🍋 Apron Sewing Workshop (for up to 4 people)
Learn to sew an apron step-by-step with Abby Perrine and receive a $25 gift certificate to Marshall Dry Goods.
$225 VALUE

View the 14th Annual National Juried Exhibition at BAAC, featuring artist, Michael LeBlanc (Bentonville, AR).“M.E.A.L.T....
06/10/2026

View the 14th Annual National Juried Exhibition at BAAC, featuring artist, Michael LeBlanc (Bentonville, AR).

“M.E.A.L.T. (Meet Everyone with Art at Location and Time) Phase 1,” cast bronze and CNC routed baltic birch plywood
3rd Place Winner

Visit BAAC (226 E Main)
Tuesday - Friday, 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 2 pm

Summer Celebration is only 3 days away! 🍋Join us for a special evening, featuring a live painting experience with Emily ...
06/09/2026

Summer Celebration is only 3 days away! 🍋

Join us for a special evening, featuring a live painting experience with Emily Gerhardt, inspired by her travels through Italy. The completed artwork—valued at up to $400—will be auctioned off to the highest bidder during the event!

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to watch the piece come to life and take home an original work of art.

“Milk Carton with Black Bottle and Compote,” oil on canvas on panelJoe Morzuch (Starkville, MS) Joe Morzuch is featured ...
06/09/2026

“Milk Carton with Black Bottle and Compote,” oil on canvas on panel
Joe Morzuch (Starkville, MS)

Joe Morzuch is featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display through June 12th.

Noah Wandrey (Sycamore, IL) is an artist featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display through...
06/08/2026

Noah Wandrey (Sycamore, IL) is an artist featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display through June 12, 2026.

“Orange Peel on Plate no. 3,” acrylic on canvas

Visit BAAC (226 E Main)
Tuesday - Friday, 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 2 pm

Christopher Boring is one of the artists featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display through...
06/06/2026

Christopher Boring is one of the artists featured in the 14th Annual BAAC National Juried Exhibition, on display through June 12th.

“Suppression,” oil on board
Christopher Boring (Verona, PA)

Address

226 E Main Street
Batesville, AR
72501

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+18707933382

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