Mask Project to bring together artists for public health

The Columbus Area Arts Council has launched The Mask Project to help promote public health in Bartholomew County.

Local artists and designers are creating custom fabric patterns for face masks that are useful, fun and fashionable. The project creates an opportunity for expression within the local creative community, many of who have been affected by the pandemics.

About 20 artists and designers are taking part. With the help of volunteers, the Arts Council plans to produce 7,500 free masks that will be available from safe pick-up locations throughout Bartholomew County.

Dates, times and locations for those distributions will be announced soon. If you are interested in volunteering to make masks, you can email info at Arts In Columbus dot org.

This project is supported by Heritage Fund the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County, Columbus Regional Health and Healthy Communities Proyecto Salud Action Team.