Talks and discussions will delve into the ongoing process of Indigenizing gallery spaces, institutions, and regions through the ethical celebration of Indigenous artwork, voices, and stories. Speakers will discuss their artistic and curatorial practice, their approaches toward asserting Indigenous identity through art, and practical advice and suggestions to artists and museum professionals who are undertaking this critical work. The day will be divided into three panels, each followed by a moderated roundtable discussion with a question-and-answer period. Raclin Murphy curators and Notre Dame faculty will serve as moderators. See the symposium website for the day's schedule and for more information about the Opening Celebration and Artist Demonstrations the previous evening. This symposium—free and open to all—is made possible through generous funding from the Terra Foundation for American Art. Attend any or all symposium events as your schedule permits. Registration is not required, but help us by letting us know you’re planning to attend. https://raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu/visit/events/2024/10/04/indigenizing-museums-a-symposium-with-artists-and-curators/

Wondering how to spend 180 minutes with your chosen work of art? Interested in meeting others also participating in Art180?
Stop by the Museum for Art180 First Fridays! These drop-in hours will include small activities and prompts to guide you on your Art180 journey, along with the opportunity to chat with others. If you haven’t yet signed up for Art180, you can learn more here. https://raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu/visit/events/2024/10/04/art180-first-friday-1/

Sign up to take a guided tour of "green" spaces on campus and learn about the sustainability initiatives happening at Notre Dame. Only 20 spots are available, so don't wait to register! Registrations over 20 participants will be waitlisted and contacted if a spot becomes available.  Register today with this link. This event is open to the public and weather-permitting.  https://green.nd.edu/events/2024/10/04/campus-green-tour-6/

This drop-in tour will introduce you to your new Raclin Murphy Museum of Art. Join a student gallery teacher or a member of the Museum staff to explore the architecture of the building through some of its most unique spaces, revisit familiar favorites from the collection, and discover works of art on view for the first time. Meet at the Welcome Desk. No registration is required, but each tour is limited to twenty participants. This tour will explore all gallery levels of the Museum. Although the tour will keep moving between spaces, gallery stools are available upon request. https://raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu/visit/events/2024/10/04/meet-your-museum-1/

Indiana Music Teachers Association (IMTA) is proud to present our State Conference Guest Artist, Mackenzie Melemed, in a solo piano recital: 7:30 PM, Friday October 4th, Little Theatre, Moreau Hall, Saint Mary’s College, South Bend, Indiana.Recipient of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant, 29-year-old American pianist Mackenzie Melemed is one of the most celebrated and experienced performers of his generation. Melemed completed three degrees (Bachelor, Master, Artist Diploma) at the Juilliiard School. He has performed at The White House five times, and at the age of 5 he appeared on the Rosie O’Donnell Show as one of her youngest guests ever. In recent years, his awards have included the following: 2021 American Pianist Award, 2019 Jade Medal at the China International Music Competition, 2019 Juilliard’s Leo B. Ruiz Carnegie Hall Recital Prize, 2018 Arthur Rubinstein Prize, 2017 1st Prize and Chamber Music Prize at Maj Lind International Piano Competition, and 2016 Gina Bachauer Piano Competition. Mackenzie’s program includes the following repertoire: Partita No.1 in B-Flat Major BWV 825 by Johann Sebastian Bach, Impromptus Op.5 by Robert Schumann, Funérailles by Franz Liszt, Sonata 1.X.1905 by Leoš Janáček, Variations on a Theme of R. Schumann Op.9 by Johannes Brahms, and Ballade Op.6 by Amy Beach.Melemed’s appearance in South Bend is underwritten by IMTA, Saint Mary’s College, and a grant from South Bend Area Music Teachers Association Stickley Scholarship Fund. https://www.visitsouthbend.com/event/solo-piano-recital-by-mackenzie-melemed/6346/

Every First Friday is a celebration in downtown South Bend. Ride the free shuttle, enjoy free music and activities, and take advantage of deals and discounts from local shops and restaurants. https://www.downtownsouthbend.com/first-fridays

Another summer, another round of free concerts in the park! Join us every first Friday for a new band. Bring a picnic, bring some chairs, bring some friends! We’ll see you on the lawn. https://visithowardpark.com/event/howard-park-summer-concert-series-2/2024-10-04/

Come with your family and friends to watch Inside Out 2 outdoors on the big screen! There will be food trucks ad fun for all! This free community event is sponsored by Everwise Credit Union, TPC Technologies, and St. Joseph County Parks. https://www.sjcparks.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=3868