Honeywell Arts & Entertainment Releases 2024 Annual Report

Wabash, IN – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment has released its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing a year of significant growth and impact. The Annual Report exhibits the organization’s increasing reach through programs, services, and live entertainment that have enriched the lives of thousands in Wabash and the north-central region of Indiana. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment venues include the Honeywell Center, Eagles Theatre, Honeywell House, Charley Creek Gardens, Dr. Ford Historic Home, 13 24 Drive In, and the Clarkson House. Honeywell President and CEO Tod Minnich and Honeywell Board Chair Sally Krouse state, “As you read through these heartfelt anecdotes, we hope you’ll feel inspired by the personal experiences of those who benefit from your support and see the real-life impact behind every figure and statistic.” Live performances are a Honeywell Arts & Entertainment staple, with over 169 shows held in 2024 at the Honeywell Center, Eagles Theatre, and partner venues across Indiana and Ohio. Shows spanned multiple genres, including rock, comedy, family shows, country, and more. Over 160,000 tickets were sold for live performances across all venues. Of the attendees to the Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre, 80% of ticket buyers came from outside Wabash County. One of the key areas highlighted in the report is Honeywell Arts In Education, a collection of programs for students and educators to reap the developmental benefits of the arts in the classrooms. The arts have a proven, substantial impact during formative years by improving academic performance, motor skills, confidence, creativity, focus, and collaboration. Through programs like Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS), Arts Integration Teaching Artist Residencies, and CommUNITY Arts, the Honeywell Arts In Education initiative provided more than 62,000 student interactions across 15 counties and 93 schools in Indiana. Education programs are offered at little or no cost to the schools, allowing all students to participate. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment offered a range of arts and enrichment programs throughout 2024, with initiatives like Arts For All, which inspires a lifelong love of the arts for all ages through art workshops, music lessons, and summer camps. A new addition was a multi-week art class for older adults, offered at no charge to the participants thanks to generous donor support and a grant from the Indiana Arts Commission. Summer Theatre Camp welcomed 109 student participants; Summer Art Camp had 134 student participants, and 671 participants of all ages enjoyed music lessons and art workshops. The Clark Gallery served as a dynamic showcase of visual art and inspiration, featuring more than 100 artists and 400 works of art. Honeywell Arts Academy hosted 29 scholars representing seven countries during three full-scholarship programs for emerging musicians. The Academy fosters emerging artists to become the musical leaders of tomorrow and is led by Artistic Director Ranaan Meyer of the GRAMMY-winning string trio Time For Three, alongside world-renowned faculty. The Honeywell Arts Academy Fellowship was announced in 2024; the long-term initiative includes guidance from industry professionals to equip selected scholars with resources and connections to launch a music career. In addition, Honeywell Arts & Entertainment continued to provide popular movie showings at the Eagles Theatre and 13-24 Drive In, selling over 36,000 tickets and 9,500 buckets of popcorn. The organization also hosted over 700 business events and 16 wedding celebrations and served more than 7,000 Pasta Bar visits in Eugenia’s Restaurant at the Honeywell Center. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment was also a presenting partner for the Fort Wayne TinCaps Pregame Concert Series, introduced an immersive travel experience in London, and earned widespread recognition for its dedication and impact through various awards and accolades. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment is made possible thanks to generous donor support, with support increasing by 11% in 2024. The organization is grateful for the incredible leadership and guidance of the Board of Directors, a network of generous volunteers, and the Honeywell team, who play an important role in the mission. In 2024, 137 volunteers donated over 11,500 hours alongside 52 full-time and 117 part-time team members. As Honeywell Arts & Entertainment looks to the future, the stage is set to continue its mission of arts, education, and entertainment for all. For more information on Honeywell Arts & Entertainment’s 2024 Annual Report, visit honeywellarts.org/2024.