The entertainers were elected to help increase the center’s national programming and visibility as a cultural destination.
Author Archives: Mesgana Waiss
Alma mater: Ball State University
As Mirror Indy’s arts and culture reporter, I write stories and create reels highlighting the innovative and creative projects, performances and events that residents, artists, and organizations are bringing to life across Indianapolis.
I want to champion and affirm the essence of humanity. For two summers, I was an Indianapolis Press Club Foundation fellow, interning at Indiana Landmarks and the Indianapolis Recorder, where I focused on community stories that highlight and celebrate local voices and Black heritage.
Beyond bylines and storytelling, I love to watch playoff basketball, consume fashion content and nurture my knowledge of music history.
I joined Mirror Indy to help restore trust and integrity in journalism and address the local news desert crisis.
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City launches $500,000 cultural districts fund
Community organizations can apply for a grant until Aug. 31.
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35 things to do in August in Indy
Inside, you’ll find a photobook throwdown, 20 years of Indy Fringe, a DJ festival and the BUTTER Fine Art Fair.
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‘People don’t know these historical narratives’
Due to state and federal budget cuts, including 16 layoffs at the Indiana State Library, some local historians fear Hoosiers’ stories will go untold.
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Watch over 200 short films at the Indy Shorts International Film Festival
There’s a chance you’ll see the next Academy Award nominated short film.
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What do you need to thrive as an artist in Indy?
Come share your thoughts and feelings over food and drinks at Mirror Indy’s artist townhall on July 23.
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Celebrate Mari Evans’ legacy at Monument Circle or on the radio
Visitors can listen to the Indy poet’s contributions to arts and culture through a three-part audio series.
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Things to do in Indianapolis during WNBA All-Star weekend 2025
Check out live music, parties, basketball art, and Indiana Fever players’ favorite restaurants.
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‘A Family Affair’ brings back a Recorder summer tradition with a modern spin
The first record of the picnic at Douglass Park appeared in newspapers in July and August 1930. Over 2,500 people attended.
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Watch films by Indy’s young filmmakers this weekend
Over 30 young filmmakers will screen short films, documentaries and music videos at the Indiana Youth Film Festival June 27-28.
