Opened as a satellite of NIAA in 1998, this branch location serves as a cornerstone of the downtown Hammond Arts District, providing its urban audience with exhibits, classes, a printmaking studio and community outreach programs. The Substation building was a former NIPSCO Industries electrical substation and was transformed into an urban art center through a partnership with the City of Hammond, NIAA, NIPSCO Industries, Calumet Construction Company and several other local contributors.
DISCOUNT FOR HAMMOND RESIDENTS
Through a cooperative relationship with the City of Hammond, NIAA is able to offer art classes at half price to Hammond residents only taking classes at Substation No. 9. Discount not applicable at any other location. Proof of residency required upon registration. Please call the NIAA office in Munster (219/836-1839, ext. 101) or Hammond (219/933-0200) for more details on these scholarships.