A unconventional one-hour live performance at the Indianapolis Artsgarden, featuring creations by wearable artist Monique Burts.
Since 1996, Art & Soul has kicked off Black History Month in Indianapolis, and now this celebration of Black culture and creativity is going year-round.
Come to the Indianapolis Artsgarden 3 – 4 p.m. for Art & Soul Sundays, a time for everyone to come together for soulful music and artistic expression to get their week started.
All events are free and family-friendly. Parking is available in the Circle Centre Mall garages.
SCHEDULE
Select Sundays | 3 – 4 p.m.
March 23 | Akili Ni Mali and Kierra Ready | Art & Soul 2025 Featured Artists
April 6 | Josiah Ray McCruiston
June 1 | Brandon Lott | Art & Soul 2025 Featured Artist
August 3 | The Gospel of Morris
September 21 | Monique Burts | Art & Soul 2025 Featured Artist
October 5 | Jeremy Larnel Thompson
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Monique Burts is a wearable artist who uses storytelling and performance art to bring her sculptures to life through various unconventional materials. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from Herron School of Art + Design. Monique draws much of her inspiration from the possibilities that appear when perspective is altered. Her artistry is also shaped by her culture and lived experiences as a Black woman. She has exhibited at various Indianapolis galleries and venues including the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center, The Vogue Theatre, and the Indy 500 Snakepit Ball.
Looking for more Art & Soul events?
Check out the full Art & Soul 2025 schedule.
Art & Soul is supported annually by Lilly Endowment, Inc.