Salem Arts Association‘s North Shore art scholarships are transforming young artists’ futures this spring. Furthermore, this respected organization awards $3,500 to graduating seniors pursuing careers in the visual and performing arts. Additionally, Salem Arts Association’s investments create lasting impacts on our region’s creative economy. Salem Arts Association: Champion of Creative Communities Salem Arts Association understands that creative talent drives economic

This November and December, the North Shore transforms into a winter wonderland filled with creativity, community, and festive cheer as the holiday season approaches. Behind every sparkling storefront and handcrafted creation lies the heart of our local economy – small businesses and creative entrepreneurs who pour their passion into making our region unique. When you support these local merchants, you’re

by John Andrews/Creative Collective Photo by Christopher Padgett for Beverly Main Streets When we think about economic drivers, industries like technology, healthcare, or manufacturing often come to mind. However, a vibrant and impactful sector affects our daily lives and local economies in ways many don’t realize: the creative sector. From the music we listen to on our commutes to the

Investing in Creativity: The Economic Benefits of Supporting the Arts.  By Chris O’Keeffe and Creative Collective Chris O’Keeffe is the founder of OK Creative: The Language Agency.  Have you checked out the recent Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 report? It’s a direct and clear articulation of the power and value of arts-based happenings and a vibrant creator community in our

BEVERLY, MA – Montserrat College of Art is proud to announce the opening of two new solo exhibitions that celebrate the works of regional artists, each bringing a unique perspective and artistic narrative to the forefront. Karmimadeebora McMillan: “Wandering stars…for whom it is reserved…the blackness…the darkness…forever” Exhibition Dates: January 30 – March 6 Opening Reception: Wednesday, February 7, 5-7pm Location:

From The Center for Creative and Performing Arts at Salem State University The pandemic has created unique challenges for the arts in both how work is created and how work is shared with those who appreciate the arts. Artists are inherently problem solvers, and so our students and faculty have continued their work, just differently. Online exhibitions, rehearsing outside, rehearsing

by Joey Phoenix This month, we’re highlighting local businesses as part of our #StayLocal2020 campaign. Scroll to the bottom for more information. North Shore Community Development Coalition (North Shore CDC), the organization behind Salem’s Punto Urban Art Museum, Espacio – Community Space, and YouthBuild North Shore, is at it again with the Schools Project. The project will be a repurposing of

by Joey Phoenix Artists, your voice matters, and I’m not just talking about your artistic voice. I’m talking about your political voice, your community voice, your public voice. It may seem obvious, but one of the ways to use your voice is to vote.  I know you’re all very shocked by this.  The Massachusetts’ Primary Election is coming up in

by Joey Phoenix Community Building in the creative economy isn’t just the work of artists or politicians or creative-centered businesses. It’s the work of everyone.  In fact, a community flourishes when everyone in it supports new and local because growth breeds growth and opportunity encourages opportunity. Not only that, supporting the creative economy means that there is just more happening

ECCF Awards $300,000 for Arts and Culture Projects Across Essex County In partnership with the Barr Foundation, ECCF grants 11 local collaborations funds for creative placemaking and public art projects