Mary Lee Pappas
Contributing Writer

Bio
Mary Lee Pappas was the visual art critic for NUVO, Indianapolis’ alternative newsweekly for a decade. She also authored a visual arts weekly column for the IndyStar, the state’s daily paper, and has served in marketing and curatorial roles for arts organizations. She received her BA in Art History from Indiana University.
Recent Articles
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Meet the Indiana Educator Devoted to an Ancient Chanting Tradition
January 8, 2025
Constantine Maniakas has contributed his musical talent to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral for 50 years.
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Labor of Love: Carving a Career in Indiana Limestone
December 2, 2024
Amy Brier found her calling with the Midwestern stone after working as a stone carver at one of the largest cathedrals in the world.
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Mexican Folk Dance Group Takes Indy by Storm
October 10, 2024
Grupo Folclórico Macehuani, led by Carol Nuñez Verdín, can be seen performing at Indiana Pacer games and regional cultural events.
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Indiana Artist Champions Spaces for Underrepresented Creatives, Defying Naysayers
September 12, 2024
For over 20 years, D. Del Reverda-Jennings has organized FLAVA FRESH!, a juried art show in Indianapolis celebrating the creative spirit of local artists of color.
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Artist Carl Pope Inspires Conversations for Social Change
January 9, 2024
The Indianapolis-based artist makes powerful works that buck up against social conventions by inspiring creativity, conversation, and change.
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Indiana’s Jazz Kitchen Serves Up Locally Flavored, World-Class Music
November 16, 2023
Born out of Indianapolis native David Allee’s love for jazz and its legacy in his hometown, The Jazz Kitchen is a catalyst for promoting Indiana jazz.