By Tania Said—
MUNCIE, IN — The Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts) is inviting community members to help shape the future of arts and culture in Muncie through a series of upcoming focus groups designed to gather ideas, insights, and perspectives from those who care about the city’s creative ecosystem.
MuncieArts will host small, discussion-based focus groups to hear directly from artists, creatives, arts supporters, partners, and residents about what they value, what they see, and what they hope for in Muncie’s arts future. Feedback from these sessions will help inform the Council’s future priorities, partnerships, and strategies.
“These conversations are about listening,” noted Tania Said, Executive Director of the Muncie Arts and Culture Council. “We want to understand how our community experiences arts and culture today and what it envisions for tomorrow as part of our “reimagination” process. The ideas shared in these focus groups will directly help guide where MuncieArts goes next.”
Focus groups are designed to be informal, welcoming, and discussion-based. Participants do not need prior experience in the arts sector—anyone who believes creativity matters to Muncie’s future is encouraged to take part. Refreshments will also be provided.
In-Person Focus Groups
All in-person sessions will be held in downtown Muncie and last approximately 60 minutes.
Tuesday, February 10
- 12:00–1:00 p.m.
- 5:30–6:30 p.m.
- 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 11
- 12:00–1:00 p.m.
- 5:30–6:30 p.m.
- 7:30–8:30 p.m.
Online Focus Groups
Wednesday, February 18
• 6:00–7:00 p.m.
• 8:00–9:00 p.m.
Community members can express interest in participating by completing the focus group interest form at https://form.jotform.com/260225399669066. More details about session locations and registration will be shared with participants upon sign-up.
The focus groups will be facilitated by Eric Molho of Bon Partners, who has been the principal consultant for the reimagination process since 2025. Questions or scheduling concerns may be directed to Eric Molho at ericmolho@bonpartners.org.
Whether you’re deeply involved in the arts, a longtime supporter, or simply someone who believes creativity strengthens community, your voice matters. MuncieArts looks forward to listening, learning, and imagining what’s next—together.
Funding for the “reimagination process” has been provided by The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County.
About the Muncie Arts and Culture Council
Celebrating 15 years of championing arts experiences, public art, and a thriving community of artists and allies to impact economic growth, sustainable communities, and health and wellness. As the City of Muncie’s designated arts partner since 2015, MuncieArts works to strengthen the city through creativity, collaboration, and cultural leadership. For more information about the Muncie Arts and Culture Council and its programs, visit www.munciearts.org or follow @MuncieArts on social media.
