When you walk through the hallowed halls of the Massachusetts State House, where contemporary portraits are now on display, you’re typically greeted by centuries-old portraits of historical figures. But this summer, something revolutionary is happening in the Senate Lobby—contemporary artists are quite literally looking back at you. The Essex Art Center’s groundbreaking exhibition, “Looking back at you…”, transforms the traditional

Introduction Join us for an inspiring community storytelling celebration at “Voices of Belonging/Voces de Conexión” on May 15th. This bilingual gathering at Casa de Abuela (98 Lafayette Street, Salem) brings together residents of all backgrounds to share personal narratives that highlight our shared humanity and diverse experiences. Whether you’re a longtime Salem resident or new to the area, this community

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.

Cover photo by Creative Collective for Salem Jazz and Soul Festival The Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) operates a network of local cultural councils across the Commonwealth. These councils award funds to support community-based arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences activities. The program aims to promote and support cultural projects that benefit local communities. Important Note: While this guide focuses on the

Are you a creative entrepreneur or public artist looking for your next big break? Look no further than the heart of historic Salem, Massachusetts! Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the Salem Public Art Commission are excited to announce a call for artists to participate in the revitalized Artists’ Row initiative. A Prime Location with a Rich History Artists’ Row, located at

Salem Springs to Life continues growing as a vibrant artistic exploration and innovation hub. The City of Salem, under the guidance of Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City’s Public Art Commission, is thrilled to announce an exciting array of unique art installations and experiences that are about to transform the cityscape. From engaging sculpture gardens to interactive art and storytelling,

Salem, MA – This February, Salem’s Human Rights Coalition is thrilled to unveil a rich tapestry of events celebrating Black History Month. These gatherings promise to be more than just events; they’re an invitation to engage, reflect, and celebrate the profound contributions of Black individuals to our community and history. Community Celebration & Flag Raising: A Warm Welcome to Black

These murals will visually represent the shared human experience on our small planet, highlighting minority voices and lesser-known perspectives of Newburyport through contemporary nontraditional imagery. The south-facing wall of The Tannery Marketplace’s Mill No. 4 in Newburyport has long been adorned with a brick-red shade. But this summer, the wall is set to come alive with colors and vibrancy as

Gu Wenda: United Nations On view April 1–November 5, 2023 SALEM, MA – The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) presents a monumental installation that immerses visitors in a vision of shared humanity, global connectivity and mass participation. Gu Wenda’s united nations – man and space uses a material viscerally associated with the human body to create a dramatic installation: 188 flags measuring

by Joey Phoenix Artist Team: Louis Chinn (He/Him) and Huameng Yu (She/They) to create splash pad and filter building facade at Forest River Outdoor Recreation & Nature Center which nods to historic Naumkeag’s topographical and climate history alongside its development into the anthropocene.  In September 2020 The Salem Public Art Commission put out a national call for a new artist