This body of work examines how we affect the land and how the land affects us. It uses imagery of firewood as a metaphor for the relationship we have with our environments. We till up the earth and chop down trees, which can be seen as destructive acts. But the earth heals, regrows, and reclaims. The earth is constantly moving towards its natural state. We build structures, they rot, and we build them again.

Discover how groundbreaking science at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research drives novel cancer therapies, leading to start-up companies and advancing promising drugs into clinical trials. Join Deputy Director Andrea Kasinski and Director Andrew Mesecar as they showcase Purdue’s leadership in translating research into medicines that improve patient outcomes. Free admission, with reservations required due to limited seating.

After a year of bringing their signature vintage musical universe to prestigious venues like Royal Albert Hall and Sydney Opera House, Postmodern Jukebox is finishing up their 2025 World Tour in the US with the Magic, Moonlight and Mistletoe Tour. The musical troupe of world-class singers, dancers, and instrumentalists will perform a variety show-styled evening of PMJ’s popular genre-twisting covers of pop hits, with a few holiday classics sprinkled in. Audiences can expect to hear familiar hits from Guns N’ Roses, the Spice Girls, and Chappell Roan, in the throwback styles of yesteryear. Dress in your vintage best, for the full effect.

Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry, and opulent costumes and sets handcrafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget.

Blues Traveler blends blues, rock, and soul with jam band improvisation and pop melodies, earning platinum success with their 1994 album Four and the Top Ten hit “Run-Around.” Pioneers of the ’90s jam band scene, they launched the influential H.O.R.D.E. Festival. Formed in 1987, the band continues to evolve while honoring their blues roots, as showcased in their cover albums Traveler’s Blues and Traveler’s Soul. Known for classics like “Hook” and “But Anyway,” John Popper, Chan Kinchla, Brendan Hill, Tad Kinchla, and Ben Wilson remain a dynamic force in modern blues-based rock.

The dynamic Broadway stars of The Doo Wop Project have created a unique way to “Doowop-ify” today’s biggest hits – reimagining them as though they were written during the Doo Wop era. The group will take audiences on a journey featuring classics from the Del Vikings, The Tymes, and The Marcels to DooWopified versions of modern hits from Taylor Swift, Pharrell Williams, and more. The Doo Wop Project celebrates a music genre that never lost its cool, while making it cool for generations to come.

Celebrate the timeless music of John Denver with Jim Curry, a talented singer and performer who brings the legendary artist’s songs to life. With his uncanny resemblance to Denver and a voice that captures the essence of the beloved singer, Curry showcases Denver’s most iconic hits, including “Country Roads,” “Rocky Mountain High,” and “Sunshine on My Shoulders.”

Pink Droyd breathes life into the music of Pink Floyd by executing theatrical performances of the band’s most memorable songs. From building The Wall to visiting The Dark Side of the Moon and to Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun, Pink Droyd spans the Pink Floyd catalog. Join Pink Droyd as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of the landmark album Wish You Were Here and many other iconic tracks.

For singer-songwriter Leanna Crawford, playing guitar and writing poetry in the bedroom of her family’s home was her artistic vehicle to navigate her faith, relationships, and questions in a world of insecurities and difficulties. In 2024, she released her major record label debut album, Still Waters, combining previously released tracks with fresh compositions like “For Heaven’s Sake,” “Honest,” and “Rest.” Crawford’s music is a tapestry of struggle and faith, reflecting her journey and pursuit for truth, honesty, and beauty.

This festive annual exhibit features original works by Wabash County Elementary students.