Decatur Area Arts Council
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The Decatur Area Arts Council serves the arts in and around Decatur, Illinois, by inspiring creative experiences We are here to meet the needs of our community.
DAAC introduces and promotes the arts, enhances arts educational opportunities, and increases the impact of and access to the arts to improve the quality of life in the community.
- Creating an environment conducive to the development and growth of individual artists and arts organizations in all disciplines.
- Promoting and facilitating partnerships within the community to nurture arts opportunities
- Encouraging arts education opportunities.
- Acting as a conduit for arts information.
- Engaging culturally-diverse and underserved populations in the development of the arts. Visit the Madden Arts Center in downtown Decatur to experience the latest gallery exhibit or attend one of our many events, classes, or programs designed for your interests. If there is something in particular that you are looking for but don't see here, please do not hesitate to provide us your suggestions.
11/06/2026
Join us TOMORROW for First Friday at the Anne Lloyd Gallery!
We're opening Below Grade, a new black-and-white exhibition by artist Scott Epeseth. His drawings, made with black watercolor on paper, capture everyday objects and spaces at the moment they turn intensely strange or intensely beautiful.
- Wear your black and white to celebrate! -
Friday, November 6
5–7 p.m.
Anne Lloyd Gallery, Decatur Area Arts Council
Free and open to the public
Enjoy refreshments and live music, then stop by Gallery 510 to see featured artist Steve Stoerger.
An evening of art, music, conversation, and community. We'd love to see you there!
11/04/2026
We love seeing RAP Grants in action!
The Children's Museum of Illinois recently celebrated the grand opening of their new STEM mural, created by Makayla Rogers! Students got to be part of the creative process by solving math problems to help complete this colorful paint-by-number mural. We love seeing art and education come together in such a fun and engaging way!
Thank you to the Illinois Arts Council for supporting our RAP Grants and helping make projects like this possible!
11/04/2026
There is still time to sign up for our November Paint and Sip next Thursday!
Did you know that this painting was painted in just a single afternoon on January 24, 1932?
Join artist Lea Cameron in the studio to study and paint your own version of Pablo Picasso's Le Reve.
Register for class on our website!
10/31/2026
Happy Halloween from the Decatur Area Arts Council!
A little art history for Halloween: Edvard Munch painted The Scream in 1893, creating an image that still captures our attention more than a century later. Art isn’t always about beauty, it can also capture fear, mystery, and the things that give us chills!
From expressive paintings to imaginative costumes and carved pumpkins, there’s plenty of room for creativity in the spooky season. Have a safe and happy Halloween!
Last week of October in afterschool art class! Haunted houses and collaging. A new month is on the horizon to sign up for! November classes begin next week.
Kids ages 6-12
3:30-5:30 or 4:30-6:30pm
Tuesday and/or Wednesday’s!
A new lesson every class!
10/27/2026
Calling all high school and college students! Help us spread a positive message through the power of art and reading!
As part of The Big Read, DAAC is hosting a Bookmark Design Contest inspired by A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines. Create an original design that shares a positive message, and you could win a $100 prize! The winning design will be printed on bookmarks and shared with readers throughout our community.
Designs can be digital or traditional, and photography and graphic design are welcome, too. No AI-generated designs will be accepted.
Deadline for entries is November 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM
Check out the flyer for all the details, and start creating! We can't wait to see what you come up with.
10/27/2026
The Decatur Area Arts Council is so grateful for Mark and Amy Scranton's extremely generous donation. Their gift is going towards necessary repairs to the Madden Arts Center, which will keep our building safe, strong, and welcoming for everyone who walks through our doors.
Donors like the Scrantons are the foundation of what we do. (Yes, pun intended!) Because of their support, DAAC can continue to offer a free gallery space and grant-funded performing arts experiences, which help to enrich the lives of people across our community. Every gift, large or small, helps us keep the arts accessible to all.
Mark and Amy, thank you for believing in our mission and investing in our community. We're so appreciative of you!
Want to join the Scrantons in supporting the arts in Decatur? Visit our website or stop by the gallery to learn how you can help.
10/26/2026
Looking for support for an upcoming arts project or program? DAAC’s Regional Arts Partners Grant program helps support arts opportunities throughout our community!
Schools and non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for funding. Our next application deadline is Monday, November 2, at 4:30 PM.
Visit our website to learn more about the program, review eligibility requirements, and download the application. Please share with anyone who might be interested!
10/25/2026
We had a ghoulishly good time on Thursday evening in our Neon Night Paint and Sip!
Participants got to experiment with neon paint and observe the effects black lights had on their paintings. It made the paintings truly come to life!
Join us for future classes at decaturarts.org!
10/23/2026
Looking for a place for your holiday party? Make the Madden Arts Center your gathering place this season!
Whether you're organizing a company holiday party, corporate meeting, birthday party, or looking for a space for your next event, DAAC has rental options to fit your needs.
Located in downtown Decatur, the Madden Arts Center offers a unique space to bring people together. Start planning your next event with us!
Visit our website or give us a call at 217-423-3189 for rental information and details.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
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125 N. Water Street
Decatur, IL
62523
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
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