An arts administration class at UofA creates a space for students to present potential ways to implement the Akron Cultural Plan.
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On May 27th, long-time leader of Americans for the Arts Bob Lynch, retired after having been on administrative leave since December of last year following allegations of a hostile workplace and racial inequity. On June 7th, AFTA Board Chair, Julie Muraco published a public letter addressing the accusations, investigation, and future of the national organization. Now, the Arts Education Advisory Council now known as the Progressive Arts Education Coalition has posted a response to recent AFTA events.
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Skin Art
This story series highlights the incredible talent of tattoo artists in Summit County. Bethany Hendrix can be found at Black Moon Ink in Cuyahoga Falls. Learn More>>
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the artist profile
GODBROTHER
GodBrother is a Funk Rock band from Akron. Their recent album release, Trumbull County, is now available online. Follow them on social @GodBrotherGrooves. A CD launch party is planned for August at Jilly's Music Room. Learn more >>
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arts & culture patrons
CRISTINA GONZÁLEZ ALCALÁ, PhD & RICHELLE WARDELL
"Arts, culture, and the environment offer time traveling, world traveling, and inner soul traveling without much physical traveling... the ability to do these types of traveling present opportunities to dream, inspire, and create independently." Read more >>
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Juneteenth
Check out all the events taking
place across Akron to celebrate Juneteenth!
Click here for the official Juneteenth map. Ride METRO free on June 19th from 8am to 10pm when you show the digital or paper map to the bus operator.
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World of Wonders
Clayton Bailey’s World of Wonders offers a look into the wild, warped mind of renowned ceramist and prankster Clayton Bailey. Over 100 wild, surprising and incredible pieces from the singular mind of Bailey will be on display at the Landmark Building on Main Street in Akron. This exhibition is family-friendly and free! Learn More>>
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Sci-Fi Book Club
Join the first discussion on June 23rd at 7:00 pm on the outdoor patio of Hudson Library. Free to attend, but participants must register.
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Grand Opening Weekend
Join White Rabbit Galleries in Barberton for their grand opening on June 18th &19th. There will be refreshments, music, art activities, and a memorial show featuring the art of Carol Marsh.
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Akron Soul Train Exhibition
Through the lens of immigration and migration, this project examines the condensed universe of the luggage, along with replicating presentation and engagement on the topic of immigration.
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