The Arts
Our signature event, Classics Through the Ages focuses on increasing the interest, knowledge and participation of African American youth in the classical arts. This exciting initiative seeks to afford exemplary, student artists opportunities to hone their talents and skills while earning recognition and support for their educational and career pursuits. Additionally, this engagement provides mentoring and performance opportunities for promising young students.
The Northern Indiana chapter co-sponsored an inaugural exposition of visual and performing arts in February 2020. The vocal performance of chapter member Akilia McCain, was featured along with the young dancers of the South Shore Dance Alliance and Asia’s Dance Factory held at the IUN Theatre Northwest.
The chapter also participated in the biennial National Poster Art Competition of The Links, Incorporated where chapters from across the country submit their first-place 1st through 12th grade winners from locally held competitions. The competition theme was Transforming Our Communities by making health a habit. Our entry was “Daily Routine” by Kalil Banks from H.I.A.T. Higher Institute of Arts and Technology in Gary, Indiana was our entry for Category III: Grades 7 – 9. We were proud to support such a creative talent.
