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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

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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.

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