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The Whitaker Center is investing in Harrisburg’s future
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Celebrating Albuquerque’s Story Along Route 66
Today, the City of Albuquerque’s Department of Arts & Culture, Visit Albuquerque, and programming partners unveiled plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the legendary Route 66, a vital cultural and historical corridor that has long helped define the city’s landscape. The celebration is gearing up to be a historic and vibrant milestone with exciting…
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Class of ’26 students participate in Martin County Youth LEADERship program
JENSEN BEACH ― Students began their day at the Cultural Arts Center to view the recent juried art exhibit and learn about the economic impact of arts and culture-related jobs in Martin County. They had a hands-on opportunity to work on fictional proposal grants to present to each other. Class members were encouraged to bring…
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‘Solid Gold’ at Brooklyn Museum is a dazzling exploration of gold’s legacy in fashion, art, and culture
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Gold has long symbolized beauty, wealth, success, and spirituality. Its allure has spanned from ancient times to modern-day fashion. Now there is an exciting exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum that is not to be missed: “Solid Gold,” which opened in November at the Brooklyn Museum and runs through July, celebrating its 200th…
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2025 State of the Arts Report
The Texas Cultural Trust (TXCT)—a statewide nonprofit committed to bolstering support for the arts and spotlighting artistic excellence—announced key findings from their 2025 State of the Arts Report (SOTAR). In collaboration with leading researchers and institutions across Texas, the Trust publishes this biennial report to quantify the social, economic and educational value of the arts and culture sector across…
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Discussing the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre’s future impact on youth
A subject of much discussion among Vernonites, the Greater Cultural Centre represents a promise of a thriving arts and culture scene in the future. As the project makes its way through development hurdles, the public has seen glimpses of what will become of the empty space across from Vernon’s civic centre in the form of design…
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Jane Austen fans honor British novelist’s legacy 250 years after her birth
Geoff Bennett: On this Valentine’s Day, if you’re looking for love, may we suggest you go dancing? After all, as the British romantic novelist Jane Austen wrote in her most popular work, “Pride and Prejudice,” to be fond of dancing is a — quote — “certain step towards falling in love.” This year, Jane Austen…
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Donald Trump and the Kennedy Center controversy, explained
Canadian author Louise Penny has joined the growing list of people from the arts and culture communities to cancel events or dissociate themselves from the Kennedy Center, after U.S. President Donald Trump took control of the historic Washington, D.C., institution. Penny said on Friday she would not launch the 20th instalment in her series of books…
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SLRD wants your input on how it funds local arts and culture
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District is seeking public input on the policy that guides the Pemberton and District Initiative Fund (PDIF), which provides funds to assist local, not-for-profit organizations in the Pemberton Valley and surrounding areas. “The Pemberton and District Initiative Fund has proven to be a tremendous asset for the community of Pemberton, and Electoral Area C of the SLRD,” said…
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Arts and Culture Commission Reviews Art Acquisition Process
The Beverly Hills Arts and Culture Commission meeting on Feb 11 included a detailed review of the city’s art acquisition process and raised questions about whether a potential merger with the Parks and Recreation Commission will proceed. The meeting also covered details of the city’s support for artists and organizations following the recent Palisades and…