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2025 Meet the Artists XXXVII "The Pearl Experience" Gala Opening Reception

2025-02-15 17:30:00 2025-02-15 22:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis 2025 Meet the Artists XXXVII "The Pearl Experience" Gala Opening Reception Individuals of all ages are invited to an evening of cultural entertainment. Also view the works of prominent local African American artists during one of the city’s premiere cultural events. Works will be on display throughout Central Library from January 29 to March 29, 2025. Central Library -

Saturday, February 15
5:30pm - 10:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-15 17:30:00 2025-02-15 22:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis 2025 Meet the Artists XXXVII "The Pearl Experience" Gala Opening Reception Individuals of all ages are invited to an evening of cultural entertainment. Also view the works of prominent local African American artists during one of the city’s premiere cultural events. Works will be on display throughout Central Library from January 29 to March 29, 2025. Central Library -

Individuals of all ages are invited to an evening of cultural entertainment. Also view the works of prominent local African American artists during one of the city’s premiere cultural events. Works will be on display throughout Central Library from January 29 to March 29, 2025.

Central Library will close at 5 p.m. Doors will re-open for a pre-show Red Carpet Experience at 5:05 p.m. featuring The Fabulous Mr. Patrick as well as live music, interviews, and a 360 photo booth. Doors to the Atrium will open at 5:30 p.m. for the Gala Opening Reception hosted by special guest MCs Steve "Scoop" Jefferson and Karen Campbell. The evening will also include:

  • DJ - DJism
  • Poet – Hypnotiq
  • Band – Alaina Renee
  • Saxophonist - Jerome Saxton
  • Sounds of Motown by KaidyDid Productions
  • Comedian - Eric Saunders
  • Fashion Show - Black to the Future 30 years of Fashion
  • Balloon Twisting by Tiphanny Keyes
  • Face Painting with Cinamon The Clown
  • Magic Class - The Magic In You”
  • STEM Craft - Nyla Nova Stemversity

Presented by The Indianapolis Public Library African American History Committee.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibit/Display | Art/Crafts/Hobbies |

TAGS: | BlackHistoryMonth | Black History |

Central Library

Phone: 317-275-4100

Hours
Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

As the hub of the Indianapolis Public Library system, Central Library showcases renowned architecture and services. The original 1917 building, designed by Paul Cret and constructed of Indiana limestone in the Greek Doric style, was considered one of the most outstanding secular buildings in the U.S. Its six-story glass and steel-framed addition, designed by Evans Woollen, opened in 2007.

Upcoming events

Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
This event is full

Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Mon, Sep 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Rescheduled
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Tuesday, September 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This event is full

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm
This event is full

Wed, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Fri, Sep 26, 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sun, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Mon, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Indianapolis Special Collections Room

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sat, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Fri, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Cancelled
Mon, Oct 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sat, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm