The heart of downtown Salem is about to burst with creativity as Artists’ Row unveils an exciting new season of makers, workshops, and artistic experiences. Located at 24 New Derby Street, this City-sponsored art space is kicking off its 2025 season with a special opening weekend market and hands-on artmaking workshops on Saturday, May 3rd, from 10 a.m. to 5

Beverly Cultural District Announces Two Major Creative Opportunities for Artists and Designers Beverly’s Cultural District is seeking talented, creative professionals for two significant projects that will shape the visual landscape of downtown Beverly. These opportunities – a large-scale public mural and a comprehensive brand identity redesign – allow artists and designers to make lasting contributions to Beverly’s thriving arts community.

Montserrat Art Auction Fundraiser: The Emerald Ball Supporting Student Scholarships Join Montserrat College of Art’s premier art auction fundraiser on April 25th. This Artrageous Emerald Ball celebrates 55 years while raising essential scholarship funds through an exciting evening of art auctions and entertainment. Mark your calendars for the Montserrat art auction fundraiser, the year’s most anticipated event! Artrageous: The Emerald

  The lights dim. A figure stands alone on stage. In front of 133.5 million viewers, Kendrick Lamar doesn’t just perform – he transforms the Super Bowl halftime show into a masterclass in creative storytelling and social commentary. This watershed moment reminds us why supporting creative voices, from global stages to local communities, has never been more crucial. The Power

Transform your artwork into an immersive sonic journey at The Galleries at LynnArts‘ groundbreaking multimedia event. In partnership with Soundscape Visions, this innovative performance will bring visual art to life through dynamic, live-created soundscapes on a stunning 13-foot projection screen. A New Canvas for Visual Artists This February, visual artists have a unique opportunity to see—and hear—their work translated into

A keynote address by Harold Steward , Executive Director of the New England Foundation for the Arts at the North of Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau 17th Annual Tourism Summit You can explore the accompanying presentation deck here. Recording can be found here. I really, really appreciate it, and I am really honored to be the executive director of the

An Immersive Exhibition at Salem Arts Association Salem Arts Association proudly presents “Shattered,” an unprecedented immersive exhibition curated by Tadhg Slater, breaking traditional boundaries and redefining the gallery experience this January 2025. About the Exhibition “Shattered” explodes the boundaries of traditional art experiences, inviting viewers to journey through a world of fractured reflections, distorted perspectives, and unexpected juxtapositions. This groundbreaking

Step into the creative heart of Salem this holiday season as Gallows Hill Artists opens their studio doors for a special Holiday Art Market and Open Studios event. Located in a historic warehouse with original post-and-beam architecture, this unique artist collective invites you to explore, shop, and connect with local artists on Saturday, December 14th, 2024. Meet the Artists Behind

Renowned artist Jay Critchley brings his compelling examination of American identity and corporate influence to Montserrat College of Art Gallery with “Democracy of the Land, Inc., FLAGrancy,” opening January 27, 2025. This groundbreaking exhibition transforms the American flag into a powerful medium for exploring patriotism, democracy, and environmental stewardship. Exhibition Highlights The installation showcases Critchley’s innovative approach to flag modification,

Step into a world where saints ascend to heaven, lovers exchange tender glances, and fools dance through life with abandon. This winter, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) invites visitors to experience an unprecedented collection of Flemish masterworks that transformed European art forever. Opening December 14, 2024, “Saints, Sinners, Lovers, and Fools: 300 Years of Flemish Masterworks” showcases approximately 130 rarely-seen