Since 1980, Fiesta has been the premiere Latino cultural celebration in Indiana. Fiesta celebrates, educates, and shares the Latino culture through diverse mediums including art, music, dance, food and cultural activities. (more…)
The Day of the Dead honors the Mexican tradition of honoring ones ancestors once a year through a celebration of their life. The Art Center began providing Day of the Dead programming in 2000 as a response to the growing Hispanic and Latino populations in Indianapolis. Through the years the Art Center has found Day of the Dead programming to expand and bridge all communities because of a common experience shared among all people—death. (more…)
Where does imagination reside? Who or what is cultivating the practice of imagination? When are social, religious, and cultural boundaries appropriate? What is needed to unleash public imagination in ways that benefit our communities’ economic, social, and cultural health? These are just a few of the thought-provoking questions that will be explored across the city through performances, dance, panel discussions, exhibits, workshops, and more during the 2008 Spirit & Place Festival. (more…)
Sixty four works demonstrate how long-held artistic traditions of the Inuit inspire contemporary sculptures, prints, fiber art, photography and digital media. All of these forms reflect Inuit societal values of family, community, and worldview expressed through Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (Inuit Traditional Knowledge). (more…)
What influences women in their philanthropic decision making? What has recent research revealed about donor intent? What is the impact of donor education on women donors? Do giving circles and women’s funds have the resources and capacity to effect social change? What are the gender differences in philanthropy and why do they matter? What leadership qualities and characteristics are needed to bring women’s philanthropy initiatives to scale? (more…)
Lee Keesler is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte NC. The Arts and Science Council serves and supports Charlotte’s cultural community through grant making, planning, programs and services to ensure a vibrant community enriched with arts, science and history. Over the past five years, ASC has experienced tremendous growth; now Charlotte is a cultural model for cities across the country and is second only to NYC in arts revenues generated. (more…)
The important question in art seems not to be “Do I like it?” or “Is it good?” … it’s “What’s it worth?” When does that become a question of law rather than aesthetics? (more…)
Novels? History? Current events? In addition to being the largest literary event of its kind in Central Indiana, the festival includes an art exhibit and a film series. All programs are open to the public (bring your friends!) and most are free.
A conference intended to foster networks of academic partners interested in Mexico, Mexicans in the US, and Mexican immigration; and to explore the impact of immigration on individuals and families in the Indianapolis community and the sending communities in Mexico. (more…)
Tan Dun composed the score for the 2003 Ang Lee film “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.” Matinee screening of the film in the IMA’s remarkable Tobias Theater. (more…)
NUVO gives Provocate 2007 Cultural Vision Award
Provocate featured in Indianapolis Monthly
"Award combines film, activism: Festival to recognize social justice of Sept. 11, Congo in discussions,"
Indiana Lawyer April 16, 2008 ... on Provocate's Eric Parker Social Justice Award at the Indianapolis International Film Festival