Curious what’s happening in arts and culture? Read all about it. Here you’ll find announcements of new calls for artists, grant awards, photos of public art installations, links to local media coverage of creatives and the creative economy, plus relevant regional and national news related to arts and culture.
The 2019 Spokane Arts Awards recognize the outstanding accomplishments of artists, cultural organizations and local individuals committed to enriching our community through the arts. The arts build community, give meaning to our lives, open our hearts to new perspectives, and deepen our understanding of the world.
New murals have been popping up across the Inland Northwest, brightening public spaces and bringing more art to the masses. The Inlander’s food and listings editor, Chey Scott, has written up an engaging survey of Spokane’s thriving mural and street-art culture.
Artwork on both the north and south ends of the University District Gateway Bridge was installed in May, 2019, by Garco Construction as part of their finishing touches on the overall bridge project. “Rooted and Soaring” are two iconic, polished steel structures.
On September 29, 2018, Spokane Arts celebrated the arts community in Spokane by honoring nominees with awards in Leadership, Inclusion, Imagination, and Collaboration. The event was hosted by the Montvale Event Center.
On November 4, 2017, Spokane Arts celebrated the arts community in Spokane by honoring nominees with awards in Leadership, Inclusion, Imagination, and Collaboration. The event featured the announcement of the 2017-2019 Spokane Poet Laureate, and Richmond Arts Collective as the winner of the final 2017 SAGA round.
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