Arts & Culture

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An inventory of the Memphis black arts scene

In a city with a majority-black population and a history of intense creativity, it’s no wonder the black arts community is as dynamic and expansive as it is today.

Latest in Arts & Culture
The 1310 Bandits Film Group
Immersive “idea lab” celebrates artists as community leaders

Artspace's annual Breaking Ground event evolves this year from one dynamic evening of speakers and performances to an immersive, two-day "idea lab" on Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15 in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Amy Schaftlein, volunteer host, in the WEVL studio
WEVL celebrates 40 years of volunteer radio

WEVL, the Mid-South’s only listener-supported, independent volunteer radio station, is celebrating 40 years of sharing Memphis music.

Dru's Place
Renovations planned for two women-owned businesses

Two established neighborhood businesses – Dru’s Place in Midtown and April House Premier in South Memphis - will be getting some much-needed improvements soon thanks to Inner City Economic Development (ICED) loans awarded earlier this month.

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Infusing classical musicians with a ‘heart for service’ in Memphis schools

Through the IRIS Orchestra Fellows program, classical musicians from around the world immerse themselves in Memphis music and education.

Tamale Fest shines light on Latino culture

Tamale Fest serves as an important fundraiser for Centro Cultural, a Binghampton-based nonprofit organization founded in 2011 with the mission of promoting arts and culture of the city’s Latino communities

Local maker Brit McDaniel is the artisan and designer behind Paper & Clay
Join us for upcoming speaker event Makers in the City

Join High Ground and EPIcenter for Makers in the City on October 7, National Manufacturing Day. This speaker event will offer a discussion on the growing "maker" community, how these artisan entrepreneurs are scaling their businesses, and how they impact the Memphis economy. Register for free today to be a part of the conversation. 

Mark Edgar Stuart will share his hometown sound during a Memphis showcase at Nashville's AmericanaFest
Exporting Memphis music

Beginning this fall, the Memphis sound is shipping out. A new initiative is underway to bring one of Memphis' most authentic assets -- its vibrant music scene -- to a broader audience outside of the city limits. 

Metal Museum ranked one of nation’s best
Caritas Village provides community in Binghampton

Caritas Village is a gathering place in the heart of Binghampton that serves up food to the city in its restaurant, while providing a home for many organizations and people in need of a place to gather in community.

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