Springdale, AR — InnerSpace offers free space for creative and community-focused events. InnerSpace is available to artists, community groups, and innovators who need physical space to bring their ideas to life.
The InnerSpace program is made possible with the support of the Committee for Belonging & Bridging, a collaborative initiative led by EngageNWA at the Northwest Arkansas Council. The Committee, which includes 20 organizations and community partners like The Medium, promotes inclusivity, diversity, equity, and a stronger collective sense of community across Northwest Arkansas. “Our vision for the Committee for Belonging & Bridging is rooted in the power of diverse human connection, community, and collaboration,” says Monica Kumar, Belonging & Inclusion Strategist for EngageNWA. “Building bridges and sharing access to opportunities across our region creates a more resilient and cohesive sense of belonging for all by encouraging meaningful interactions while respecting and celebrating differences.”
Applications for the InnerSpace program will open October 16, 2024 and close October 30, 2024. Six applications will be selected through a fair and transparent lottery system on November 12, 2024. Selected projects will be hosted between February and June 2025. "The InnerSpace program embodies our commitment to providing accessible space to the community. This is an opportunity to host an event at The Medium at no cost; InnerSpace projects will be free to test new creative or community-building concepts in a safe and supportive environment," says Amber Perrodin, Artist & Community Manager, The Medium.
The InnerSpace program is open to anyone 18 years or older living in Benton or Washington counties, and all experience levels are welcome. Examples of suitable projects include pop-up installations or exhibitions, performance groups rehearsing or presenting new works, workshops or community events, and collaborative projects involving multiple creative disciplines.
Key Dates
- October 2, 2024: Virtual Info Session at 12 PM
- October 16, 2024: Applications Open at 10 AM
- October 30, 2024: Application Deadline at 5 PM
- November 12, 2024: Lottery Drawing Day
- November 14, 2024: Selected Projects Notified
- November 21, 2024: Projects Announced Publicly
- January - June 2025: Program Duration
To learn more or to register for the October 2 virtual info session, visit https://themedium.art/
For more information about The Medium and its involvement in the Committee for Belonging and Bridging, please visit https://engagenwa.org/