Join Us for First Friday! |
On November 7th, from 6-9pm, enjoy the opening of 5 new shows, live dance performances, food trucks, large-scale outdoor installations, and more! In the Harrison Gallery & Gallery Annex, 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. Special thanks to the Eiteljorg Museum for making this exhibit possible.
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, As the Crows Fly 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. |
Get Ready for the Annual Window Walk
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It's that time of year again! Get ready for a magical evening at November's First Friday, where we'll unveil a sneak peek of this year's Winter Window Walk. For this annual installation, artists transform the Harrison Center's sidewalk-level windows into imaginative displays.
This year's theme, Folktales: Bringing Legends to Life, invites you to immerse yourself in myths, fairytales, and fables from diverse cultures, illuminated through captivating art, light displays, and imaginative installations. Relive the wonder of last year's Window Walk in this video, and join us to kick off the holiday season with creativity and community.
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| India Cruse Griffin award |
We're excited to celebrate India Cruse-Griffin, one of our talented studio artists, as her work is featured in the 2024 DeHaan Artists of Distinction Award Exhibition at Gallery 924 this October and November! India was one of five artists selected for the 2024 award, which provided grants of up to $10,000 to pursue aspirational projects, and now her completed work is on display. Her boldly layered mixed media collages tell stories of love, pride, and family inspired by her Indiana childhood, and her work is in the permanent collections of the Indiana State Museum and the New Eskenazi Hospital. A Ball State graduate who's been creating collages for 16 years, India's work uses bold colors and layered textures to tell stories that resonate with viewers and spark conversation. We're so proud to have India as part of our Harrison Center community and encourage everyone to visit Gallery 924 to see her incredible work on display. Congratulations, India!
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| Meet the Greatriarch: Miss Mayme |
Mayme has been a cherished presence in the neighborhood for many years as a matriarch, friend, and tireless caretaker of her community. The eldest of 7 siblings and grandmother to 40 grandchildren and over 100 great-grandchildren, she has dedicated her life to nurturing others, caring for hundreds of children who have grown up surrounded by her love. Raised on the east side at 25th and Hillside, she attended school 37 and later Arsenal Tech, participating in a variety of extracurriculars, including orchestra, softball, and skating. She was a member of the Douglass baton group and marched as a majorette in the 500-mile parade.
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Peek into First Friday Week |
Every First Friday is a whirlwind of creativity and collaboration, transforming the impossible into reality. Join us behind the scenes of a past First Friday week to witness the dedicated effort it takes to curate and install fresh exhibits across our eight galleries each month—from artists unveiling their visions to teams meticulously arranging spaces for an unforgettable community experience. |
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