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July 18-20th, 2025

Cultural Arts Pavilion

The Indiana Black Expo’s Cultural Arts Pavilion invites visual and performing artists to be part of the Cultural Arts Pavilion 2025. Our theme, “Court Vision: The Art of Resilience and Excellence,” will feature a special Art Exhibition celebrating the power of women and girls. This exhibition will highlight the stories of athletes, artists, and changemakers who have pushed boundaries, broken barriers, and redefined excellence. The event will emphasize the intersection of athletics, artistry, and empowerment through dynamic visual and performance-based storytelling. Join us in celebrating resilience, excellence, and the transformative power of art!

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man finger painting at cultural arts pavilion event

SIGN UP BY March 31st, 2025

2025 Indiana Black Expo Cultural Arts Pavilion Artist Open Call

Call for Artists & Performers: Court Vision – The Art of Resilience and Excellence

The Cultural Arts Pavilion, alongside The Arts Speaks Cafe, is where local and national artists and authors can exhibit their work, sharing the depth of African American creativity with attendees through live music, spoken word performances, and interactive sessions. This pavilion is part of a broader effort to celebrate Black culture, excellence, and community development, featuring engaging events such interactive exhibits on dance, music, acting, and more, aimed at both youth and families.

When: July 18-20th, 2025
Where: Indiana Convention Center
Cost: Free

Art Exhibition: Visual Artists
We seek visual artists, including painters, photographers, mixed-media creators, and more, to showcase work that reflects themes of resilience, excellence, and the cultural impact of women in sports and the arts.

Art Speaks Café
Artists, performers, and creatives can also sign up for Art Speaks Café, a live activation space featuring spoken word, poetry, music, authors, speakers, presenters, podcasters, and more. This is an opportunity for local and regional acts to share their voices and talents with a national audience during the Summer Celebration #AllStarEdition.

Eligibility:
– Be able to commit to the 3-day installation, including pickup & drop off
– Works that center our theme “Court Vision: The Art of Resilience and Excellence”
– Wired & hang-ready pieces (must be wired)
– 18 years or older, permission from a parent or guardian (youth Installations & performers are accepted)
– Any works or performances must be appropriate for a family-friend audience

Registration is Now Closed

Submission Deadline: March 31, 2025   Exhibition Dates: July 18-20, 2025
Location: Cultural Arts Pavilion, Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46225

–For any questions, email arthenticarts@gmail.com