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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, Apr 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, May 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 04 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

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration is now closed

Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Special Collections Room
Registration is now closed

Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sat, May 03, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sat, May 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
This event is full

Sun, May 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sun, May 04, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Mon, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This event is full

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Fri, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Sat, May 10, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sat, May 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Sun, May 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This event is full

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sat, May 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Indianapolis Special Collections Room

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This event is full

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Fri, May 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Cancelled
Mon, May 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This event is full

Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace

Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Wed, May 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm