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‘A big Minnesota moment in New York’: The Met announces exhibition of late artist George Morrison
When the Metropolitan Museum of Art opens “The Magical City: George Morrison’s New York” on July 17, it will mark the first solo exhibition of Morrison’s work at a major institution outside Minnesota since he died in 2000 — seen by many as a milestone for both the artist and the state’s art history. This…
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Goodyear approves FY26 Public Art Plan
Goodyear City Council has approved its Public Art Plan for the next fiscal year, offering its support for a plan that presents six short- and long-term projects that enhance the quality of life for residents and beautify the city. The projects would begin installation in fiscal year 2026, and have a recommended funding level of…
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Bill would amplify indigenous perspectives in U.S. foreign policy
A new measure introduced by U.S. Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, would help ensure that the goals and perspectives of the world’s 476 million indigenous peoples are properly understood, considered and integrated into U.S. foreign policy. What You Need To Know The bill would establish an Office for Indigenous Affairs within the U.S. Department of State…
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Dive Deep into Art and Architecture in Rabat, Morocco
Before You Go When to travel: The best time to visit Rabat is spring (March-May) or fall (September-November) when the weather is perfect for spending all day outside sightseeing. Summer (June-August) can get warm, with temperatures reaching up to 84°F, but the Atlantic breeze keeps it bearable. Winter (December-February) is mild with some rain, and can…
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How classical music synchronizes audience hearts: L.A. arts and culture this week
Spring break is here and I’m cooped up at home alongside a kid with the flu. Like the cloudless sky, I am blue — and searching for silver linings. I found one in a memory: a recent trip to Walt Disney Concert Hall with a close friend to see folk singer Gregory Alan Isakov perform…
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Climate change and the Constitution, Europe, External Affairs and Culture Committee
Reading Time: 7 minutes This blog is one of a series that illustrate how climate change relates to policy areas covered by each subject committee. In Scotland all public bodies are required to contribute towards achieving Scotland’s emissions targets. As part of this they have to produce annual climate change reports and set a target date for achieving net…
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MacArthur Foundation Pledges $1 Million To Create More Public Art At Developments Near Transit
WASHINGTON PARK — A local advocacy group will hand out more than $1 million over the next three years to support art projects that preserve and grow the “cultural identities” of Chicago’s neighborhoods. Elevated Chicago will grant $350,000 a year for three years to support public arts projects at developments near transit. The funding aims…
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Epos film festival in Tel Aviv combines all categories of art
As we’ve learned over the past 18 months, art created in the shadow of war loses none of its power and can be more essential than ever, so it’s welcome news that the 16th edition of Epos, the International Art Film Festival, will take place from April 14-19 at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art…
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Dogwood Arts celebrates beauty in unexpected ways – blooms, murals, festivals and more
Show Caption Hide Caption Learn about history of Dogwood Arts and what it means to Knoxville Sherry Jenkins, executive director of Dogwood Arts, shares the history of the Dogwood Trails and what Dogwood Arts means to Knoxville, Tennessee. The first Dogwood Trail opened in Knoxville 70 years ago. That led to the creation of Dogwood…
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The best upcoming arts and culture events you can’t miss in Stroud and beyond this week
What’s on in Stroud this week: 14 – 20 April It’s Easter this weekend, and while we can no longer expect the wall-to-wall sunshine to which we had briefly become accustomed, there is still plenty to see and do this week and over the bank holiday weekend. Those with children to entertain are particularly well…