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Arts Invade Maryland State House

The last invasion of this magnitude was 12 whole months ago. This was the 2012 Maryland Arts Day (February 8) attracting nearly 400 people from all...

New artist grants announced: Creative Capital, McKnight

Last week, two organizations announced major calls for proposals for professional artists. If you are a professional visual artist, performer or...

The Great Ziegfeld & The Importance Of Art In Society

Jani Lane, the lead singer of the Warrants, known for "Cherry Pie" and "Heaven," was found dead at a Comfort Inn in Woodland...

Republicans are right: Cut all arts funding, start with books

Once again, the Republicans are the only ones trying to solve the problems of the world with any degree of courage or vision.Several prominent...

New Arts advocacy group forms in NY to challenge further cuts to arts funding

As funding for the Arts continues to take hits on both national and regional levels, arts advocates have formed a new coalition in New York State...

Minnesota's Arts Advocacy Day: Tuesday, March 8th

Arts Advocacy Day is aproaching and Minnesota Citizens for the Arts welcomes anyone who would like to voice their support for the arts in person at...

Lakeville School District makes heavy cuts to band, choir, and art programs

The Lakeville Board of Education in Lakeville, MN voted on Tuesday, February 8th, to approve $15.8 million dollars in budget cuts over the next two...