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CMAD, in collaboration with other local arts organizations, seeks local and national financial support to fund and display unique exhibits.

Columbus Museum of Art & Design (CMAD) is a volunteer-led granting organization that supports and works with organizations to bring unique visual art and design projects to the Columbus community. Columbus Museum of Art and Design (CMAD) is a not-for-profit organization with a long heritage of enriching the Bartholomew County community through free visual art and design experiences. As a volunteer-run museum without a permanent location, CMAD funds public art and programming throughout Bartholomew County as well as curates three spaces in downtown Columbus: the gallery wall at Hotel Indigo, three display cases on the second floor of The Commons and the gallery wall at WellConnect. The curation of these spaces has been successful with regard to the mission of CMAD, wherein we have featured many local and regional artists, have drawn attention to artists, venues, and the Columbus Arts District through local and regional media, and have activated the Arts District through programming.

08/20/2026

Thank you Tony Vasquez!

08/14/2026

CMAD is entering a new chapter.

Our mission is to connect Columbus nonprofits and civic organizations with exceptional creative talent, helping ambitious public ideas take shape by funding early-stage design development and creative fees.

Through a diverse advisory panel, we bring new voices into the process and help organizations access designers, artists, architects, and other creative thinkers they may not otherwise have the opportunity to work with.

Our vision is a Columbus where thoughtful design and creativity are embedded throughout the city, building on our remarkable design legacy while creating the next generation of work that defines it.

A living museum, shaped by what comes next.

See the process behind our new identity, designed by Bud Rodecker of Span in Chicago.

CMAD was born from a belief that art and design can shape civic life. Originally founded as the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Columbus, it brought…

09/18/2025

LIVE MUSIC DOWNTOWN THURSDAY!
September 18, 6:00 pm on 4th Street: Pavel & Direct Contact .directcontact

Move to the high energy sound of Pavel & Direct Contact. This Latin Jazz and Salsa ensemble is led by pianist Pavel Polanco-Safadit and backed by an outstanding band of musicians!
Photos by Jana Kelly from Pavel & Direct Contact’s 2024 JazzIN Columbus performance.

Concerts are free and open to the public. Shows will be take place Thursday evenings, 6:00-7:30 pm on 4th Street between Washington and Franklin.
The JazzIN Columbus series is sponsored in partnership with the , , , Columbus Museum of Art & Design, and

09/09/2025

See you next Thursday for JazzIN Columbus: Pavel and Direct Contact 😎

💃🔥 This September 18, don’t miss Pavel & Direct Contact with Pavel Polanco-Safadit, Leah Crane, Steve Dokken, Keith Cozart, Rich Cohen, Rich Dole, Ed Zlaty, and David Allee live — One of the most electrifying groups on the scene. Expect a night full of musical energy you won’t forget. 🎺🥁

Secure your spot now and feel the groove ✨ Indy Jazz Fest

07/08/2025

Only 2 more days until JazzIN Columbus: The Kenny Phelps Quartet! 🥁
Thursday – 6:00 pm – 4th Street 😎

Who’s ready for another Jazzy night downtown?! This Thursday, July 10th, the Kenny Phelps Quartet will be playing downtown on 4th and Washington Streets. See you there! 🎶

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Columbus, IN
47201-47203

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http://www.cmadfund.org/

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