new harmony
The New Harmony Gallery, a branch of the Hoosier Art Salon, is a nonprofit entity whose mission is to promote Indiana artists and their art. The Gallery is devoted to the town of New Harmony and delights in its contribution to the artistic, cultural, and economic viability of the area.
Dr. George Rapp and his wife, Peggy, were the principal force behind this gallery. Success with this project has been greatly enhanced by volunteers from Beta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa, the New Harmony Associates and the many other residents of this area who volunteer their time and talents.
The gallery specializes in promoting Indiana artists who work in all types of mediums and skills with several different exhibits throughout the year, including the First Brush of Spring Plein Air Paint Out competition, the Clowes Collaborative, and the Annual Exhibition. Workshops are open for all members to register. All exhibited artwork is for purchase in the gallery and in our online store.
We are a not-for-profit entity.
Gallery hours:
Thursday and Sunday: 1-4 PM
Friday and Saturday: 12-4 PM
Or by appointment:
Call (812) 483-8325
Hours are subject to change.
2025 UPcoming events at New Harmony
March 8 – April 13, 2025
Showcasing the creativity of local elementary kids and high school seniors. The senior art show will be judged. 2D & 3D pieces are encouraged, as well as mixed media and fine art.
Reception: Saturday, March 15th, 2:00-4:00 PM CST, Awards presented at 3:30 PM CST
April 23 – April 26, 2025
Each year 150 artists or more from near and far come to town to participate in the annual First Brush of Spring Plein Air Paint Out. Check out the First Brush of Spring on the Events page!
The several-day event showcases competitions, sales, art sales, and exhibitions.
3-Day Workshop
April 22 – April 24, 2025 9:00 – 4:00 pm CT
Petal and Patch Barn, New Harmony, IN
For plein air beginners
Phil Starke’s 3-day workshop will focus on simplifying the main aspects of painting landscapes, that we should “see” as an artist, not as a camera. Students will learn how to simplify the subject to large masses and simple values and eliminate the need for too much detail, also learn how to use the color wheel to mix colors easily, suggest the light, and show form.
Check out the Workshops tab or click the link below for more info!
3-Day Workshop
April 22 – April 24, 2025 9:00 – 4:00 pm CT
Holy Angels Community Center, New Harmony, IN
For advanced plein air painters
This workshop will demonstrate the relationship between all ways of painting; from imagination, photo-reference, and life. The same principles come into play. Seeing and editing the subject in your head, a sketch, a photo on your phone, or Photoshop on the computer will open a world of possibilities!
Check out the Workshops tab or click the link below for more info!
April 23 – June 1, 2025
Artists are asked to create a ‘Field Study’ (usually during the previous First Brush of Spring event) to be stamped at the Hoosier Art Salon. Artists then recreate the subject into a ‘Finished’ masterpiece in their studio to be exhibited at the Hoosier Art Salon New Harmony Gallery during the First Brush of Spring 2025. All mediums are welcome.
Reception: Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 5:00 – 7:00 PM CST
New info and entries for 2025! Information coming soon!
Saturday, April 26, 20256 9:00 – 12:00 PM CST
Held at the Ribeyre Center, artists are invited to sell their inventory from their studios, as well as wet-paint pieces just created. Visitors have the opportunity to meet, discuss, and purchase a piece from their favorite artist they’ve had their eye on all week.
Registration to be released soon!
3-Day Oil Workshop
May 13- 15, 2025 9:00 – 4:00 pm CT
The Loft at Capers, New Harmony, IN
Douglas delivers sound principles of painting that are an incredible foundation for your work, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional.
The class will cover the basic principles of oil in regard to painting florals and still lifes. The focus for this 3-day workshop will be dynamic compositions with arrangements that are elegant and sophisticated, casual and relaxed, all while keeping a bold direction. It’ll include interesting and memorable discussions on composition, massing, building form, light and shadow, and depending on your style, knowing when a piece is finished, and learning to not overwork your painting.
Along with Douglas’ workshop, we are offering an immersive art experience with Capers Emporium! All information can be found on the Workshop tab or through the link below!
‘Lilacs, Peonies, and Hydrangeas’ Workshop with Douglas David
Glass Fusion Workshop
May 13, 2025 6:00 pm CT
Capers Emporium Basement, New Harmony, IN
Participants can choose between a garden stake, plate, necklace/earrings, or a night light cover to design, color, and fire. Pieces will be ready to take home by Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Glass Fusion Workshop Registration
Evening Cooking Class
May 14, 2025 5:00 pm CT
Capers Emporium Kitchen, New Harmony, IN
A simple but upscaled meal prepared to dine in the Capers Kitchen!
June 7 – July 20, 2024
Participating artists include Kyle Ragsdale (Indy, oils), Kevin J. Wilson (Indy, colored pencil), Cindy Zeigler (FL, oils),
Diane Wunderlich (Newburgh, watercolor), and Mark Waninger (Jamestown, wood). A vibrant variety of creative
expressions such as paintings, woodworking, drawings, abstracts, etc., to provoke community engagement and
tell a story.
Reception: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 3:00-5:00 PM CST
Tuesday & Wednesday, June 10 & 11, 2025 9:30 PM -12:00 PM
Ceramic Camp is designed to give your child a fun and educational day to get their hands dirty with clay!
Ages 7-9yo
9:30-12:00 PM
Ages 10-15yo
1:30 – 4:00 PM
Instructor: Riley Penticuff
Location TBD
Reception: Sunday, July 13, 1:00-3:00 PM CST
July 26 – September 14, 2025
A Hoosier Art Salon artist members exhibit featuring scenes of summer experiences! Mixed Media, 2D & 3D are welcome.
Entry fees apply.
Reception: Saturday, August 9th, 3:00-5:00 PM CST, Awards at 4:30 PM CST
September 20 – November 9, 2025
Featuring all watercolor pieces that capture the seasons of summer and fall landscapes, nature, and experiences.
Limited to Hoosier Art Salon members only.
Reception: Saturday, October 11, 3:00-5:00 PM CST
Saturday, September 20, 2025 9:00-5:00 PM CST
Sunday, September 21, 2025 9:00-4:00 PM CST
Vendors line the streets, showcasing art, gifts, antiques, crafts, and more!
Child craft hosted by the Hoosier Art Salon in the gallery.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:00 – 7:00 PM CST
Get ready for the Holidays and learn to cut exquisite snowflake designs!
Instructed by Denise Rapp of New Harmony. Paper and scissors included $25/person. Appetizers and drinks provided. All ages are welcome! Classes are limited to 20.
November 15 – January 4, 2026
Formally known as the Shop Small, Shop Local Exhibit, features local and surrounding artists from Southern Indiana.
Reception: Saturday, November 29, 3:00-5:00 PM CST (Small Business Saturday)
November 15 – December 7th, 2025
Donated pieces from the surrounding artists. HAS to provide canvases for artists to create a piece. All media are welcome. The auction will be displayed in the New Harmony gallery and bidding will take place online.
December 5-7, 2025
A weekend filled with old-fashioned holiday celebrations with music, shopping, parades, food, vendors, tree lighting, Candyland for the kids, puppet shows, and Santa! This is a community-wide event. HAS will host letter-writing to Santa.
