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Hands of Hope in Muriel Stockdale’s OM1-2026 Flag

By CAWCT | November 18, 2025

When you meet Muriel Stockdale, artist, author, and visionary, you quickly sense her work is more than art. It’s an invitation to reflect on who we are as Americans and…

Imagine What We Can Do Together This Giving Tuesday

By CAWCT | November 18, 2025

Giving Tuesday comes once a year. For us, it’s a chance to keep creativity alive in ways that ripple through our communities, from the confidence of a teenager discovering their…

Exciting Times for Arts & Culture in Western CT

By Lisa Scails | November 18, 2025

This time of year always makes me pause, to look back at what’s been accomplished and forward to what’s next. After nearly two decades in this work, I know one…

PLACEMAKING: Essentials of Public Murals

By CAWCT | September 19, 2025

Public Murals attract visitors, boost local economies, and strengthen city/town branding while engaging the community. The CT Office of the Arts and CT Main Street Center present this 2-part webinar,…

The Power of Place: Placemaking Strategies for Downtowns & Main Streets

By CAWCT | September 19, 2025

October 8th | 8AM – 1PM | Shubert Theater- Elm City Cabaret Placemaking goes beyond beautification —it is a process that fosters connection and community activation. Join us in New…

Arts That Build Community and Drive Growth.

By Lisa Scails | September 17, 2025

We’ve seen creativity spark in a child holding a paintbrush.And in an adult finally launching the project they’ve dreamed about for years. That’s what we’re building, together. With artists, educators,…