Spirit & Place Festival presents gratitude event featuring Alice Randall and Leyla McCalla

The Spirit & Place Festival will host a Gratitude-themed events on Friday, October 18, featuring a presentation by New York Times best-selling novelist and educator Alice Randall. The event is scheduled for 7:00 PM at the Madam Walker Legacy Center.

During her talk, Randall will discuss her memoir, My Black Country, which examines the influence of Black artists on country music. Following her presentation, attendees can enjoy a performance by Leyla McCalla, a multilingual singer-songwriter and founding member of the Grammy-winning group Our Native Daughters. While the event is free, registration is recommended, and free parking will be available at the Legacy Center lot.

The Spirit & Place Festival will continue from November 1-10, 2024, marking its 29th annual celebration. This year’s theme is GRATITUDE, with over 25 events planned across the Greater Indianapolis area. The festival will include a variety of activities such as musical performances, film screenings, immersive exhibits, interactive storytelling, and panel discussions.

For nearly three decades, Spirit & Place has facilitated collaboration among community partners, including artists, musicians, and scholars, to create a festival each November. Each year features a different theme, aligning with the organization’s mission to use the arts, humanities, and religion to strengthen community ties and promote healing.