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Arts and Culture Advocacy Series: January O'Neil
The Arts and Culture Advocacy Series features voices in the community who are actively working to promote arts and culture as an essential and valuable part of business, community, and daily life. Tell us a bit about yourself and what role you play in the creative community? I’ve lived in Beverly since my son was born in 2003. Since then
Arts and Culture Advocacy Series: Karen Ristuben
The Arts and Culture Advocacy Series features voices in the community who are actively working to promote arts and culture as an essential and valuable part of business, community, and daily life. Tell us a bit about yourself and what role you play in the creative community? Currently, I am working with the Essex County Community Foundation managing a two-year
Arts and Culture Advocacy Series: Peyton Pugmire
The Arts and Culture Advocacy Series features voices in the community who are actively working to promote arts and culture as an essential and valuable part of business, community, and daily life. Tell us a bit about yourself and what role you play in the creative community? My name is Peyton Pugmire, and I am the Founding Director and owner
Arts and Culture Advocacy Series: Doneeca Thurston
Doneeca Thurston is a Creative Engagement Producer at the Peabody Essex Museum.





