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Hundreds of Museum and Library Grants Terminated Overnight
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Tennis HOF, Google Arts & Culture unveil digital exhibit with AI tool
The International Tennis HOF and Google Arts & Culture have released a new digital exhibit called “Serving Tennis History,” which is backboned by 30,000 digitized pages from editions of “American Lawn Tennis” magazine published between 1907-1951. The exhibit is the culmination of a four-year collaboration between the ITHF and Google Arts & Culture, through which…
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Grand Avenue Cultural District recognized by Board of Supervisors – Beverly Press & Park Labrea News
The board’s move is an effort to revitalize Downtown L.A. as a global arts destination. (photo courtesy of The Music Center) Formalizing Downtown Los Angeles as a vital hub for arts and culture, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on April 1 acknowledged, by unanimous vote, the creation of the Grand Avenue Cultural District,…
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Artists rip Mayor Brandon Johnson’s arts commissioner, department ‘dysfunction’ in letter
Dozens of Chicago artists have drafted a letter to Mayor Brandon Johnson expressing “deep concern” over alleged failures in his administration’s work for the arts community. The letter, posted to Instagram Wednesday as a petition people can sign, harshly criticizes Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Commissioner Clinée Hedspeth, appointed by Johnson a year…
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Chicago artists say in letter that ‘dysfunction’ in city cultural department causing grant delays
More than 140 Chicago artists and cultural leaders are calling on Mayor Brandon Johnson to address “dysfunction” within the city’s Cultural Affairs department, arguing that staffing turmoil is leading to delays in grant payments and other key functions. It all comes, the “letter of concern” states, at a “unique and critical time” for the arts:…
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City of New Bedford’s tourism campaign to highlight City’s rich history, art, and culture
“Explore New Bedford, the City’s marketing and tourism department, is partnering with Moby Dick Brewing Co. to launch “Visionary Voices: Lighting the Way,” a new promotional campaign aimed at connecting visitors with New Bedford’s rich history, art, and culture. “Visionary Voices: Lighting the Way” will share the less-heralded stories, firsts, and revolutionary people, both past…
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The killdeer’s clever ruse helps it outsmart predators and people
We have reached that time of year when going to work in the morning becomes more difficult with every passing day. The world is waking up from its winter slumber and more and more items of interest present themselves to be observed and adored. I have a rather lengthy commute to work and the amount…
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From Frida Kahlo’s Month in Paris to a Benefit for Ukraine, Here Are 5 Arts and Culture Picks for the Weekend
Arts & Entertainment From Frida Kahlo’s Month in Paris to a Benefit for Ukraine, Here Are 5 Arts and Culture Picks for the Weekend (Courtesy of the Art Institute of Chicago) Sometimes I wish arts organizations sold their product with the zeal of an infomercial huckster: “For a limited time only, experience a beloved painter,…
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Arts & Culture Events: April 10-16
This week, it’s all about feeling the music. From Mamma Mia to Elmo, there’s lots to see – and hear – around DFW this weekend. Here are five arts and culture events not to miss out on: CONCERT IN THE PLAZA SERIES APRIL 6, 13, 27 PLAZA AT COLLEYVILLE CITY HALL | Colleyville’s family-friendly “Concert in the…
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Nominations open for Niagara Falls Arts and Culture Wall of Fame
NEWS RELEASECITY OF NIAGARA FALLS************************The City of Niagara Falls is pleased to announce that the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame nominations are open. This is your opportunity to recognize individuals or groups that have made outstanding and significant contributions to the city’s arts and cultural landscape. Located at the Niagara Falls Exchange, the Arts…