Come to the Carmel Arts & Design District from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9 for Allied Solutions’ Meet Me on Main. Make your way to Main Street and Range Line Road for an evening of art, shopping, music, and more.
Meet Me on Main is the City of Carmel’s monthly “Second Saturday” event to highlight local galleries, restaurants and design-related businesses in the District. Shops and galleries along Main Street will feature special events to enhance the experience of those who visit the District.
Artomobilia
This annual event features a distinct gathering of recognized artists, collector cars and automotive enthusiasts showcased on the streets of the Carmel Arts & Design District. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9. Click here to learn more.
Drum Circle
Experience the power of drumming with the Artful Rhythms Tour sponsored by Indiana Artisan. The activity will take place in the garden next to Indiana Artisan, 22 N. Range Line Road.
Plein Air Summer Painting Series
Maren Bell with The Art Lab will host a Plein Air Summer Painting Series on water soluble oils from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday. Click here for information and to register.
Live music
- Anthony’s Plaza, 201 W. Main St.
- Agave Bar & Grill, 31 E. Main St.
- Xchocol’Art, 228 W. Main St.
Play Bingo for prizes
Pick up a BINGO card at the Meet Me on Main tent for your chance to win a gift basket valued at $250. The tent will be located at Anthony’s Plaza, 201 W. Main St. Remember to get your BINGO cards stamped before turning them in at 7:30 p.m. See Bingo card for rules.
Special Gallery Exhibits
- Art on Main, 111 W. Main St. Palette of Imagination art exhibit.
- CCA Gallery, 111 W. Main St., Suite 135. Loom demonstration and learn how to weave your own drink coaster.
- Circle Contemporary Gallery, 30 W. Main St. Live music from Carmel Symphony Orchestra. Free caricatures.
- Indiana Artisan Gifts & Gallery, 22 N. Range Line Road. Glass clay demonstration and make-and-take glass magnet craft.
- The Children’s Art Gallery, 40 W. Main St. Visit with an oil and pastel painter.
- The Art Studio of Carmel, 30 N. Range Line Road. Special children’s activity.
Special offers
- Kernels Gourmet Popcorn: Mention “Meet Me on Main” and get $1 off medium sized bags. (254 Veterans Way, Suite F)
- Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream: First time customers enjoy a root beer and cream soda floats at $6 each or two for $10. (111 W. Main Street, Suite 130)
- All Things Carmel: Visit with the Carmel Clay Historical Society and sign up to participate in the Great Squirrel Stampede in celebration of Hamilton County’s Bicentennial. (110 W. Main Street, Suite 104)
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A map of the gallery locations and more information about Meet Me on Main activities can be found at CarmelArtsAndDesign.com.
Public parking is available in the Carmel Lions Club lot (141 E. Main St.), Sophia Square parking garage (entrance off of 1st Ave. NW), Indiana Design Center parking garage (200 S. Range Line Road) or on-street. Click here to download the Arts & Design District parking map.
About the Carmel Arts & Design District
The Carmel Arts & Design District is the Midwest’s premier arts and design destination. Home to more than 200 businesses, including art galleries, restaurants, antique dealers, design showrooms, boutiques and creative service providers, the Carmel Arts & Design District promises to stimulate the senses. The Indiana Design Center is housed in the Carmel Arts & Design District. In addition, hundreds have taken advantage of the wide variety of housing opportunities and call the Carmel Arts & Design District home.