How Butter is Redefining What an Art Fair Can Be | Alan Bacon, Butter Art Fair

On today's show I sat down with Alan Bacon, Jr., co-founder and president of GANGGANG, a cultural development firm that produces, promotes, and preserves culture in cities as a means toward equity. Our conversation delves into the importance of art and culture in driving societal impact and community cohesion. Alan provides depth on the annual Butter Art Fair in Indianapolis, highlighting its unique model where 100% of the proceeds go back to the artists. He shares the fair's growth from its inception in 2021, attracting thousands of attendees and raising substantial funds for artists. We also touch on the significance of supporting the local art scene year-round, the role of corporate partnerships in making large-scale cultural events successful, and Alan's personal journey in the arts. You are going to learn about: - The Annual Butter Art Fair, Its Purpose, and Growth - Supporting Local Arts - Broad Implications of Arts Shaping Indianapolis' Identity Thank you to our partners: NCW FVR Check out these great clips from the show: 01:20 Guest Introduction: Alan Bacon, Butter Art Fair 02:42 Butter Art Fair – A Unique Experience 03:47 Impact and Growth of Butter 05:12 Expanding Beyond Indianapolis 06:49 The Role of Art in Culture and Community 15:49 Personal Journey and Local Art Scene 21:03 Upcoming Events and Experiences 21:42 Introduction to CRG Chefs 21:48 Excitement for Butter and Local Entrepreneurs 22:13 Music and DJ Culture at Butter 22:49 Art Installations and Exhibitions 24:54 Impact of NBA All-Star on Indianapolis 29:55 Supporting Local Artists and Entrepreneurs 31:15 Fun Indiana Questions and Favorite Art Pieces 33:21 Butter Art Fair Details and Final Thoughts Get IN. is brought to you by our friends at Sweetwater. Whether you are looking to start a podcast or level up your current show you need to hit them up.