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  • About Art & Soul

    One of the most visible and exciting programs in the Artsgarden is Art & Soul, an annual celebration of African-American art and artists in Indiana featuring a diverse lineup of music, poetry, storytelling, dance, and visual art. This signature program of the Arts Council of Indianapolis showcases some of the state’s most creative African-American artists during Black History Month in February. All of the Art & Soul performances in the Artsgarden are free and open to the public.

    Since its inception in 1996, Art & Soul has become a highly anticipated annual tradition for the thousands who attend the festival during Black History Month, expanding their awareness and appreciation of African-American art. Unlike any other festival in central Indiana, Art & Soul celebrates the traditional and contemporary rhythms, movements, textures, and colors that distinguish African-American art and artists in Indiana.

    ART & SOUL KICK-OFF EVENT

    The Indianapolis Artsgarden is located above the intersection of Washington and Illinois Streets.

  • Artsgarden Events

    The Indianapolis Artsgarden is located above the intersection of Washington and Illinois Streets.

  • Citywide Events

    • January 14 - March 2
      The Test: An Exhibition About The U.S. Military's First Black Aviators
      Indiana War Memorial
    • January 16 - February 29
      Take the Indiana Black History Challenge!
      Indiana Historical Society
    • January 21 - July 17
      Represent: Celebrating Indiana's African-American Artists
      Indiana State Museum
    • February 1 - 29
      Follow the Drinking Gourd
      The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
    • February 2 & 4
      Levi Coffin & Madame CJ. Walker Performances
      The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
    • February 2 - 26
      Black History Month
      Conner Prairie
    • February 9
      American Spiritual Ensemble
      Warren Performing Arts Center
    • February 15
      Leymak Gbowee–2011 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate
      Madame Walker Theatre Center
    • February 18
      Taking the Mystery Out of the Living History
      Eiteljorg Museum
    • February 28
      Freedom Train
      Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University