November 2025: Canopy
Canopy by Kyle Ragsdale
On November 7th, from 6-9pm, join us for First Friday! Enjoy these openings:
In the Harrison Gallery, Canopy by Kyle Ragsdale. Created with swift gestures, trowel marks, and palette knife reconstructions, this show carries a tactile energy that mirrors the movement of dancers and the textures of costume fabrics. Shifting between blurred passages and sharp focus, it evokes operatic drama, suggesting the mysterious beauty found beneath a canopy.
In the Speck Gallery, Origins by Morgan Binkerd. This show is a representation of Binkerd’s journey into painting, spanning the last few years in which she found her voice as a painter. Her work explores themes of time, transformation, decomposing and regenerative energies, and the power of nature as a guiding force.
In the City Gallery, Potawatomi “A Woodland People” by David Martin. With this exhibit, Martin showcases both historical figures and the culture of the Potawatomi people. He uses portraiture and abstract floral designs of the Potawatomi to tell the story of who they were and are now as living and surviving people.
In the Underground Gallery, Circle City Made by Cierra Johnson. Using mixed-media collage, graphic design, and photography, Johnson creates visual narratives that reflect her personal experience and the history of her community. Each piece is handcrafted to embody the unique stories that inspire it.
In the Hank & Dolly's Gallery, New Work by Andre Parnell. Parnell’s work blends public, fine, and commercial art to create spaces that foster connection, healing, and cultural pride. Through murals and creative programming, he sparks dialogue, amplifies community voices, and inspires collective growth.
In the Sky Gallery, Listen by Elizabeth Guipe Hall. Inspired by recorded bird songs, Hall delves into different species, translating their calls into vibrant, textured artworks. Using layers of wax and collage, she transforms sound into color, providing a visual experience that bridges what we hear and what we see.
In the Lift Gallery, Nothing Serious by Harriet Watson. In this mixed media exhibition, Watson invites us into a world where creation springs from a radical redefinition of "fun" and indulges in the beautiful messiness of growth.
Guests can also enjoy:
In the Courtyard, engage with a large-scale public outdoor installation by artists Michelle Walkey-Thornburg and Aaron Thornburg.
Hungry? Grab a bite across the courtyard from 3 Marias’ food truck for authentic Tex-Mex Cuisine.
In the Historic Gymnasium, enjoy performances by Ballet Folklorico Masicos, a non-profit educational and charitable organization that is dedicated to teaching, preserving and sharing the heritage of Mexican folk dance.
All shows will open at 6:00 pm on Friday, November 7, 2025.
Visitors can take in-person gallery tours Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Online galleries will open on November 8th. You can make an appointment or view the online galleries at harrisoncenter.org/buy-art.
Special Senior Hours are every Friday from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. No appointment is needed.
With support from Indy Arts Council, City of Indianapolis, Indiana Arts Commission, Christel DeHaan Family Foundation, Lilly Endowment Inc., and Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation.
About the Harrison Center
The Harrison Center is a community-based, nonprofit arts organization that seeks to be a catalyst for renewal in the city of Indianapolis. Founded in 2001, the organization's work is two-fold. The Harrison Center is for the Arts by hosting 40 artists' studios and 8 galleries. It provides programming to foster the creation of new art, build community among artists and emerging patrons, and provide a forum for public conversation. The Harrison Center is for the City by connecting people to culture, community, and place to strengthen Indianapolis's core neighborhoods. For more information on the Harrison Center, call 317.396.3886 or visit www.harrisoncenter.org. Connect with the Harrison Center on social media at Facebook/@HarrisonCenterArts, Instagram/@harrisoncenterarts, Youtube/@hca4thearts, or Twitter/@HarrisonCtrArts.