The Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration kicks off this week!
Join us in Indianapolis July 9th through July 19th for the 2009 Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration.
The Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration began as a humble exposition at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in 1971. It highlighted cultural art, history and economic accomplishments of African-Americans while demonstrating the importance of their contributions to Indiana. Back then the even attracted over 50,000 people.
Summer Celebration is now the largest African-American event in the nation, with over 300,000 people in attendance. The myriad of programs and events stretches over an 11-day period and includes business workshops, health and wellness, employment opportunities, spiritual enrichment, exhibits, youth activities and entertainment. Local and national celebrities along with individuals, families and members of the corporate community all join in celebration of African-American heritage and culture. Summer Celebration is the signature fund raiser for the nonprofit community organization Indiana Black Expo, Inc. and its’ year-round youth and family programs.
