Join us for a day of cultural exchange and hands-on workshops featuring books and films by African creators! This first-ever festival will celebrate the diverse creative community of Indiana, encourage creators to meet each other, and promote learning about creative projects.
The 2026 Indy Africa Book and Film Festival is an opportunity for community members of all ages to gain new skills in writing and filmmaking. This first-ever event is also designed to encourage cultural exchange by creators of many backgrounds, with a special focus on creators within the African diaspora.
This all-day event will include many activities and opportunities, including:
For more information, please visit the event website created by the Center for African Writing, Art, Development and Cultural Exchange Indiana.
AGE GROUP: | All Ages |
EVENT TYPE: | Movie/Film | Lecture/Panel Discussion | Class/Workshop | Center for Black Literature and Culture | Author Visit |
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