# Event Details - **Event Name**: HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 30 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 30 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a vibrant evening celebrating creativity, culture, community, good music and HBCU pride!About this EventThe Northern Indiana (IN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated is hosting an evening celebrating HBCU culture, creativity, community, and Black excellence!Our HBCU Paint Party: Brushes, Beats & Black Excellence brings together art, music, fellowship, and purpose for a fun, relaxed experience. Whether you’re an HBCU alum, student, supporter, or simply looking for a great night out, come paint, sip, vibe, and connect while supporting the next generation of HBCU scholars.Your $35 ticket includes a canvas, and all proceeds will support HBCU scholarships.Each ticket includes your choice of canvas theme: HBCU & Proud, Homecoming Energy, or 90s Campus Vibe. Select your preferred theme when purchasing your ticket, and your chosen canvas will be ready for you upon arrival. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gary/hbcu-paint-party-with-a-purpose/100002002151100839 - **Event Categories**: drawing-painting, parties, entertainment, art, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 39.19, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Gary - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts - **lat**: 41.6006994 - **long**: -87.2679656 - **full address**: Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 South Lake Street, Gary, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/944e64b8280ca969cdc80172dbc3e324627d2439e7fc513807b2c06e90c60b04-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790891173 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose being held? - **A:** HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose takes place on Fri, 30 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 30 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 South Lake Street, Gary, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose? - **A:** HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose is organized by Northern Indiana (IN) Chapter of The Links, Inc. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** HBCU Paint Party with a Purpose is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. 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