Conversations in Indiana African American History and Culture

Select Thursdays

6 p.m. EDT
Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Ave., Indianapolis and Online

In this recurring series presented by Freetown Village, historians, researchers, and educators discuss topics related to Indiana’s Black heritage, followed by question-and-answer sessions. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks’ Black Heritage Preservation Program, Indiana Humanities, IUI Africana Studies, and Association of the Study of African American Life and History Joseph Taylor Branch.

View all upcoming Freetown Village events at freetownvillage.org/new-events.

August 20, 2026

6 p.m. EDT (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Ave., Indianapolis and Online

Fast Times & Fierce Determination: Inside Charlie Wiggins’ Historic Journey

Join us for a deep dive into the thrilling and complex life of legendary race car driver Charlie Wiggins. Exploring the dualities of his era, this presentation retraces his unstoppable passion for racing, examines the barriers he faced in a segregated sport, and celebrates the monumental legacy of his historic achievement, “The Tale of the Three One Hundreds.” Angi Rogers, great-niece of Charlie Wiggins, guides us through her family’s remarkable history and her uncle’s enduring impact on motorsports.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at Indiana Landmarks Center and talk begins at 6 p.m. in person and online. Free with RSVP. Learn more and register a https://www.eventbrite.com/e/conversations-in-indiana-african-american-history-culture-82026-registration-1991296825409

Questions? Contact Marriam Umar, Freetown Village Program Director, at marriam@freetownvillage.org or 317-631-1870.