Creative Arts Summit
Merrillville Branch | May 30, 2026
12 PM - 4 PM
Back for FIVE years running, the Creative Arts Summit returns this summer, providing creators a space to network together, showcase their work, and even market their pieces to the public. Creatives of all types are invited to submit an application to participate. Applications are open February 2 - March 20.
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The fifth annual Creative Arts Summit will be held at the Merrillville Branch on Saturday, May 30th, and will feature a variety of mediums, including painting, writing, and more. Past Summits have featured various authors, painters, graphic artists, sculptors, vocalists, and craftspeople (jewelry, furniture, novelty items, etc.) Similar to an art fair, visitors to the event will be free to visit with participating creators to learn about their work & process.
If you or someone you know is a creator, feel free to complete the submission form with samples of your work by March 20th.
We look forward to seeing what everyone has to offer.
Location: Merrillville Branch, Main Level
Date & Time: Saturday, May 30th, 2026 | 12PM-4PM.
Apply to Share Your Work
Application opens Feb 2, 9:00 AM!
The application will be open February 2 - March 20. If you are selected to participate as a creator, a second form will be forwarded to you for full registration and instruction on how to pay the $10 registration fee.
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You must provide samples of your work (via online media link or attachment) to be considered. Applications without samples will not be considered.
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While the use and/or reinterpretation of previous works (such as in pop art, collage, and song covers) is certainly allowed, complete reproduction or copies of works will not be accepted.