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Reading Arts Collective promotes diversity, plans events
'It's extremely encouraging to have such palpable energy of so many people of so many different backgrounds who want to see these type of things happen.'
How The Arts = Happiness
Step inside any art museum, say MoMA or the Wadsworth, and the regions of your brain associated with pleasure, memory, emotion, and vision immediately light up upon viewing a painting, according to…
Everything We Know About Whether and How the Arts Improve Lives
The research could still use an upgrade in many areas. But what we know so far should cheer any arts advocate.
How we teach the arts is as important as the fact we're doing it
Michael Rosen shares his checklist for how teachers can ensure that arts education is worthwhile for all students
What Students Have to Gain From the Arts
“The simple fact is, every child in this country needs and deserves access to the subjects that go into being a well-rounded, well-educated person. Music and art; world language; physics, chemistry, and biology; social studies, civics, geography and government; physical education and health; coding and computer science – these aren’t luxuries that are just nice to have. They’re what it …
How Library Classes in the Arts Are Changing Aging
Never too old to tango: Thanks to Lifetime Arts, older people are learning to dance, write and perform at a library near them.
Your Definitive Guide To Reading A Piece Of Abstract Art And Getting It
Abstract art can be a doozy. We'd be lying if we said we've never approached a daunting canvas buzzing with indiscernible colors, shapes and stripes and,...
Benefits of the Performing Arts
From dance to drama, the performing arts have made positive contributions to not only the physical but to the metal state and well being of performe
Why Should Children Study the Arts?
Does learning in the arts transfer to non-arts skills? 'Arts for Art's Sake' explores when and when not!
Why STEM lessons should include the arts
There is a need for the incorporation of arts education in curricula that focuses on science, technology, engineering and math, education consultant Doug Haller writes in this blog post. The arts, he writes, already are part of scientific work either consciously or subconsciously, and studies are under way to further explore the connection. "Clearly, something about art brings out creativity and innovation in ways different from but complementary to the sciences," Haller notes.
What Are Some Measurable Benefits of the Arts? It's Getting Easier to Say
One of the perennial challenges facing fundraisers at arts organizations is articulating the value of the arts experience. New research provides compelling talking points on this score.
How Do Arts Organizations Use the Internet?
Museums sometimes seem to have a split identity — some institutions are on the bleeding edge of innovation, taking full advantage of the internet and technology in spreading access to their collections and programming. Others are stuck in the past, operating just how they might have decades ago with administrations unwilling to push technological initiatives. A report from the Pew Internet & American Life Project on…
HundrEDs of Good Ideas for Arts Education
Imagine yourself among over 100 educators from throughout the world whose conversations are focused on innovation! Pinch me—is this real?
Column: Why lessons from humanities and the arts matter
A common life experience we've all had was that one great teacher, a guiding presence who made us laugh, think, question, argue, even cry while in the
How to Infuse the Arts Into Core Curriculum (and Why It Matters)
Successful arts integration includes approaching your Curriculum like an artist, a rich process for a rich product, cultivating artist-researchers, and combining content with art.
Guest Commentary: Why is Falls Church Blessed With Its Arts and Culture?
How did Falls Church become a community of such active arts and culture? It began with dedicated people and non-profits providing the first sparks.
How to successfully integrate the arts into STEM classrooms
Hands-on arts projects are increasingly being integrated into STEAM classrooms and curricula through collaborative learning spaces, makerspaces, robotics, multidisciplinary projects and virtual learni
Perfect fall arts outings: What to see, where to eat
Make a night or a day of it with these 20 shows and restaurants to match.
Etudes on Innovation: What the Performing Arts Can Learn From Sports Marketing
As arts promoters and publicity teams deviate more from traditional norms, we’re finding unexpected connections with other industries, like sports. Find out how some ambitious symphony executives are remaking their brands.
How to support arts organizations while practicing social distancing
Temporary closures are forcing businesses to look to community support.
How public arts funding helps developers make unique, more diverse games
