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SWOON, the Studio Encourages Dallasites to 'Touch Grass' With Its New Multi-Sensory Art Experience

SWOON, the Studio has opened a multi-sensory art experience called "Touch Grass" at Shop SWOON inside The Joule Hotel in Dallas. The immersive installation features rolling turf hills, a projected sky ceiling, grass-covered headphones, and the scent of fresh-cut grass, inviting visitors to disconnect from screens and reconnect with nature. The exhibition runs through October 12, with proceeds supporting The Preston Project and the Grant Halliburton Foundation, a mental health nonprofit. Admission is free for visitors under 18.

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article local schedule May 15, 2026 visibility 6

The Baum School of Art hosts 41st Annual Art Auction during its centennial year

The Baum School of Art in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is hosting its 41st Annual Art Auction during the institution's centennial year. The event features a curated selection of artworks donated by regional and national artists, with proceeds supporting the school's educational programs and scholarships.

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Artists’ Strike Closes Pavilions at Venice Biennale, Adding to Upheaval

Several national pavilions at the Venice Biennale were shut down after artists staged a strike, protesting working conditions, funding disparities, and the event's relationship with sponsors linked to geopolitical conflicts. The closures disrupted the opening week of the prestigious international exhibition, with participating artists and curators withdrawing their work or locking pavilion doors in solidarity.

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article local schedule Apr 17, 2026 visibility 7

Maker House’s “In the Making” Gallery Opening

Maker House, a nonprofit ceramic arts studio, is hosting a spring student gallery exhibition titled "In the Making" from April 17 to May 17. The show features work from students of all levels, highlighting techniques like hand-building, wheel throwing, and sculpture, with select pieces available for purchase. A special reception on April 26 will allow the public to meet staff and students.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 13

‘Northwest Expressions’ call for art is open

Northwind Art has launched a call for entries for its upcoming juried exhibition, "Northwest Expressions," scheduled to run from June 25 through August 10 at the Jeanette Best Gallery in Port Townsend. Open to artists aged 16 and older residing in Washington and Oregon, the showcase accepts a wide range of media including painting, jewelry, sculpture, and photography. The submission deadline is May 29, with artist and educator Anne Pfeiffer serving as the 2026 juror.

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museum exhibitions schedule Mar 23, 2026 visibility 8

Frame Work: Soul Studio exhibition celebrates artists with special needs

The Janice Charach Gallery in Bloomfield Hills is hosting "A Little Bit of Light," an exhibition featuring works by approximately a dozen artists with special needs. The collection, which includes painting, woodworking, and digital arts, was created through Soul Studio, a program under the nonprofit Friendship Circle that provides studio space and career development for neurodivergent creators. Inspired by the teachings of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, the show emphasizes personal expression and the visibility of artists who are often marginalized.

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museum exhibitions schedule Mar 16, 2026 visibility 16

‘Visions of Freedom’ America 250 exhibit opens in Riverhead

The Suffolk County Historical Society Museum in Riverhead has launched "Visions of Freedom: America 250," a multidisciplinary exhibition curated by the nonprofit Women Sharing Art. Featuring 45 works by 38 artists, the show utilizes painting, sculpture, mosaics, and fiber art to explore themes of democracy, empowerment, and the 250th anniversary of the United States. Key works include Sue Miller’s "Broken Barricades," which addresses gender-based social barriers, and Gail Neuman’s provocative sculptural interpretation of the U.S. Constitution.

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article local schedule Mar 1, 2026 visibility 10

Orange Community Art Guild keeps local art scene alive

The Orange Community Art Guild (OCAG), a nonprofit founded in October 2024 by Britt Samuels, has established a growing network for local artists in Old Towne Orange. By partnering with local businesses like Wine and Wax and Cafe Zocalo, the guild provides exhibition spaces for creators and reinvests its profits into community initiatives, including youth art workshops. Upcoming projects include a photography exhibition by Orlando Suero at Citrus City Grille and a book release event featuring Prince’s long-time art director, Steve Parke.

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museum exhibitions schedule Feb 24, 2026 visibility 8

New exhibition sheds light on thriving traditional Samoan art in American Samoa

The Field Museum in Chicago is set to debut "Amerika Samoa," a temporary exhibition opening March 6, 2026, in the Regenstein Halls of the Pacific. Co-curated by Reggie Meredith Fitiao and Su’a Uilisone Fitiao of the nonprofit Fa’asamoa Arts, the show focuses on two primary Samoan art forms: siapo mamanu (painted barkcloth) and tatau (tattoo). The exhibition features contemporary works alongside historical pieces from the museum's collection, including a collaborative large-scale siapo created with the Chicago Samoan community.

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article local schedule Feb 23, 2026 visibility 15

Sheboygan community art gallery opens new space showcasing local artists and outreach programs

Sheboygan Visual Artists (SVA) has officially opened a new permanent gallery and studio space in the South Pier neighborhood of Sheboygan, Wisconsin. After operating without a fixed location for 18 months, the nonprofit organization’s new facility features exhibition areas, five rentable artist studios, and a dedicated space for community-integrated projects. The opening marks a significant milestone for the 80-member collective, which has been a fixture of the local art scene since 2007.

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article local schedule Dec 5, 2025 visibility 12

New contemporary art museum aims for 'more than what people might expect'

Big Car Collaborative, a nonprofit creative organization, announced plans to brand its five-acre Garfield Park campus in Indianapolis as the Contemporary Art Museum of Indianapolis. The centerpiece will be a fully renovated 40,000-square-foot former industrial building, transforming it into a community-facing contemporary art museum. The project, first revealed a year and a half ago, aims to fill a gap in a city that currently lacks such an amenity.

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museum exhibitions schedule Dec 1, 2025 visibility 6

A Rare Collection of Dutch Old Masters Gets Its First U.S. Outing

A rare collection of Dutch Old Masters, previously held in a private European collection, is making its first-ever U.S. debut at an American museum. The exhibition brings together a selection of 17th-century paintings, including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and other Dutch Golden Age artists, offering a unique glimpse into a collection that has rarely been seen by the public.

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New nonprofit arts exhibition space to open in downtown Ann Arbor

A new nonprofit arts exhibition space called CLUSTER Museum will open on October 3 at 307 N. Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor. Co-founded by Thea A. Eck, Kim Debord, and Chien-An Yuan, the venue will focus on contemporary literary and visual arts, with a mission to build community by providing a physical hub for local and emerging artists. Its inaugural exhibition, “The Dam Broke: A Portrait on Tyranny,” runs from October 3–25 and features works by ten artists exploring fascism and authoritarianism, along with workshops, readings, and performances. All participating artists and writers will receive a stipend, and no submission fees are charged.

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museum exhibitions schedule Sep 4, 2025 visibility 8

Inspiring new art exhibition by People of Determination lands at Dubai Airports

Dubai Airports (DXB) has partnered with Mawaheb, an art studio for People of Determination, to launch a new exhibition in Terminal 1. The show features 12 canvases by artists with disabilities, spanning abstract, figurative, surrealist, and pop art styles, and will be on view in September near the Airlines Lounge. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports and a Mawaheb Ambassador, and Wemmy de Maaker, founder of Mawaheb, both spoke about the initiative's impact.

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"Fatigued buyers" and everchanging trends - Global art market overview

The article discusses the current state of the global art market, highlighting the phenomenon of 'fatigued buyers' and rapidly shifting trends. It provides an overview of market dynamics, noting that collectors are showing signs of exhaustion due to the fast pace of changing tastes and the overwhelming volume of art being produced and sold.

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Hurricane Ian destroyed their Fort Myers Beach gallery. Now they finally have a new home.

Nearly three years after Hurricane Ian destroyed its original location, the Fort Myers Beach Art Association has opened a new 1,500-square-foot gallery in south Fort Myers. The space, located in Cypress Square Plaza, opened on May 1, 2025, and will host a grand opening and 75th-anniversary celebration on November 1. The gallery provides a venue for monthly exhibits, art classes, and a working studio for members, many of whom relocated off-island after the storm.

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article local schedule Jun 4, 2025 visibility 12

Embracing Our Differences invites submissions for its 2026 outdoor exhibitions

Embracing Our Differences, a nonprofit organization, is now accepting submissions for its 2026 international outdoor exhibitions in Sarasota and St. Petersburg. The juried exhibition features 50 billboard-sized artworks paired with quotations, with categories for visual art and original quotes. Submissions are free and open to all ages and backgrounds, with a deadline of July 1. Winners receive cash prizes, including Best-in-Show and People's Choice awards, and student winners share $2,000 with their school's art or language arts program.

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article local schedule May 29, 2025 visibility 9

Interact Center Opens New Gallery Space

Interact Center, a nonprofit arts organization supporting artists with disabilities, has opened a new gallery space in St. Paul, Minnesota. The inaugural exhibition features a solo show and career retrospective for artist Andy Seymour, who has been with Interact since 2002 and whose "Summer" series of colorful, circle-filled works is on display. Two additional shows run concurrently: a portrait-themed exhibit and a multimedia collection titled "Collect Our Dream Branches Into a Pile," curated by advocates. The 4,000-square-foot gallery, located on Minnehaha Avenue, is more than double the size of Interact's former space and includes three distinct exhibition areas, accessible amenities, and free parking.

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article local schedule May 22, 2025 visibility 9

ARTPORT hosts opening for long-term exhibition, celebrating art & community

ARTPORT returned after a 10-year hiatus with a long-term exhibition at Shreveport Regional Airport, featuring original works from over 80 local and regional artists. The 16th edition, themed “In Southern Dimension,” celebrates the music history, landscapes, and cultural legacy of Shreveport-Bossier, and for the first time includes digital art, murals, and large-scale paintings alongside traditional canvas. The opening event on June 5 included live music, a silent auction benefiting Volunteers for Youth Justice, and guided tours of installations that will remain on display at the airport for three years.

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