Batesville Area Arts Council Recognizes Award Winners at Celebration of the Arts

Each honoree represents the spirit of service, creativity, partnership, and dedication that helps the arts flourish in the community.

Lynn DiMuzio, Arts in Education Award Winner (left). Photo provided.

(Batesville, Ind.) - The Batesville Area Arts Council (BAAC) recently gathered community members, artists, educators, volunteers, and supporters for its annual Celebration of the Arts

The event was held on August 18 at the Batesville Memorial Public Library Arts & Innovation Hub.

At the heart of the evening was the recognition of this year’s distinguished BAAC award recipients. Each honoree represents the spirit of service, creativity, partnership, and dedication that helps the arts flourish in our community.

2026 Celebration of the Arts Honorees

• President’s Award — Amanda Jensen
• Arts in Education Award — Lynn DiMuzio
• Volunteer of the Year — Batesville Fire Department
• Organization of the Year — Batesville Memorial Public Library
• Lifetime Theater Award — Jim Powell

Their contributions, whether through education, volunteerism, community partnership, leadership, or a lifetime devoted to theater, demonstrate the many ways the arts can bring people together, inspire creativity, and leave a lasting impact on a community.

"BAAC is incredibly fortunate to have the support of talented artists, dedicated educators, generous businesses, enthusiastic volunteers, community organizations, members, and patrons who understand the importance of keeping the arts vibrant and accessible in our community."

BAAC is currently holding a membership drive, which runs through September 18, and this year's campaign includes a specials Arts in Education Bonus Opportunity. 

The local school with the highest total membership benefit during the Membership Drive will receive an additional $500 in Arts in Education funding from BAAC.

Whether you are an artist, an arts enthusiast, a parent, an educator, a business owner, or simply someone who believes the arts make our community stronger, BAAC invites you to become a member and help support the future of the arts in Batesville. 

Membership sign-ups are available now at www baacindiana.org. 

For more information about BAAC, upcoming events, programs, or membership opportunities, visit www.baacindiana.org or email admin@baacindiana.org.