
Prop Hosts Documentary Filmmakers
On Monday, November 23 the Indianapolis Propylaeum hosted a unique program with the filmmakers of Fandango at the Wall. Fandango at the Wall premiered on HBO in August of 2020, and tells the story of the Fandango Fronterizo, a music and dance festival that takes place at the US/Mexico border wall in Veracruz, Mexico. Program participants were sent a link to the documentary ahead of time, and anyone can watch the film on HBO or HBO Max anytime. The program was moderated by Em

Salon 2020 A Virtual Success
Our first virtual Salon Gala program on November 14 was a huge success raising over $30,000 to support the Propylaeum. A big thank you to all who provided support videos, bought tickets, contributed to underwriting, participated in the silent auction, donated to fund-a-need and made cash donations. A special thank you to the professional performances by the Propylaeum Quartet of the ISO, and ensembles from both the Indianapolis Ballet and the Indianapolis Opera, and spoken-wo

2020 Online Program Success
While 2020 was not the year we expected, it did allow us to further our digital presence with online programs. The Propylaeum held seventeen virtual programs between June and November, including seven brand new program offerings, including Swing States: An Evening of Jazz and Voting Rights. Our online format has increased not only the types of programs and speakers we can have, but program registration and attendance is significantly higher. Over 1,200 people have registered