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Blacksburg prioritizes creativity by providing the best art and culture institutions
At first glance, small towns like Blacksburg can seem boring. Most newcomers, including students, don’t know what opportunities to look for and partake in. Many of us think of Virginia Tech rather than the actual town when we hear “Blacksburg, Virginia.” The public university can overwhelm the town of Blacksburg, leaving residents and college students…
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‘The humanities humanize us’: Students explore patient care through ar
A fine arts museum may not be a typical setting for a class of medical students. But for Virginia Commonwealth University students in the Medicine, Arts and Humanities elective, it’s the ideal spot to think outside of the box and beyond what they learn in the classroom. During a January visit to the Virginia Museum…
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‘The humanities humanize us’: Students explore patient care through ar
A fine arts museum may not be a typical setting for a class of medical students. But for Virginia Commonwealth University students in the Medicine, Arts and Humanities elective, it’s the ideal spot to think outside of the box and beyond what they learn in the classroom. During a January visit to the Virginia Museum…
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From Bookshops to Broadway Stars: Exploring the Creative Spirit of New Hope
Image via iStock. Though small in size, New Hope boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene – and was recently named the nation’s Best Small Arts & Culture Town. Though small in size, New Hope offers a vibrant arts and culture scene with something for everyone, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Recently named the…
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Here’s a look at April events featured by Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County
Advertisement Here’s a look at April events featured by Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County Free family friendly events celebrating art and culture Updated: 12:30 AM EDT Apr 7, 2025 Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County has a packed month of events in April. There is unique free entertainment for the whole family…
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PARC Grant application deadline approaching
Lehi City’s PARC Grant, funded by the Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) tax, supports cultural organizations and facilities, with the city allocating approximately $400,000 annually from the $1.3-1.5 million in PARC tax revenue. The PARC tax was approved by the Lehi voters in the November 2021 General Election. The grants are intended to support…
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Why art and culture matter
The importance of art and culture in society. Photo: Unsplash.com. If you have spent any amount of time in conservative Christian circles, undoubtedly you have sat through a talk lamenting the moral decay of the West. Unfortunately, there is a great deal of truth to these talks. I have often left feeling hopeless and anxious…
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New AI-powered experiments from Google Arts & Culture Artists in Residence
At Google Arts & Culture, engineers and artists in residence collaborate on AI projects to help you connect with culture in engaging, educational and playful ways. Here are some of their newest experiments to try. Hotspots Google Arts & Culture has been digitizing art collections in ultra-high resolution for many years thanks to Art Camera,…
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New AI-powered experiments from Google Arts & Culture Artists in Residence
At Google Arts & Culture, engineers and artists in residence collaborate on AI projects to help you connect with culture in engaging, educational and playful ways. Here are some of their newest experiments to try. Hotspots Google Arts & Culture has been digitizing art collections in ultra-high resolution for many years thanks to Art Camera,…
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Celebrate Raphael’s Birthday: 40 Virtual Museum Tours Worldwide
Jeanine Skowronski April 6, 2025 at 8:57 AM Asim Ali / iStock Take a scroll Happy Birthday, Raphael! While a trip to see Raphael’s masterpieces in the Louvre or Met might be out of reach, art lovers can rejoice. Google Arts & Culture, along with numerous museums, offer immersive virtual experiences. To celebrate Raphael’s birthday,…
