INDIANAPOLIS – Mari Evans, a poet, author and activist, died at the age of 93 Friday, according to family.
Known as one of the founders of the Black Arts Movement, Evans had called Indianapolis her home since 1947.
Many of her most famous titles are “I Am a Black Woman” and “Where Is All the Music?”
In August 2016, Evans was honored with a mural on the side of the Davlan building found in the Mass Ave neighborhood. The piece was created by artist Michael “Alkemi” Jordan, who was selected by Evans to create the mural.
The project was made possible through Big Car Collaborative.
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A Mural of Mari Evans from Big Car Collaborative on Vimeo.
Upon the news of her death, several in the Indianapolis community sent their condolences to her family.
Saddened by the loss of #MariEvans.
An author. An activist. A poet and a teacher. The #MassAveIndy mural is a reminder of her legacy. #Indy https://t.co/cO4tlZ3SQb— Mass Ave Indy (@MassAveIndy) March 12, 2017
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of legendary poet, author, and community activist, Mari Evans. She will be missed! pic.twitter.com/ddXTN01PIL
— André Carson (@RepAndreCarson) March 11, 2017
RIP Mari Evans. Proud to have received this exemplary poet and social justice leader's namesake scholarship from @libartsiupui last year! pic.twitter.com/qlwUemiTAo
— Sarah Bahr (@smbahr14) March 11, 2017
Rest in Power Mari Evans pic.twitter.com/ctQ0BjmrH4
— Cherril Threte (@CherrilThrete) March 12, 2017
