Arts & Culture

10th Annual Florida Puerto Rican Day Parade Draws Crowds in Orlando

Crowds filled the streets with music, pride, and vibrant cultural expression on Saturday as thousands gathered to celebrate the 10th Annual Florida Puerto Rican Day Parade in Orlando. The milestone…

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City of Orlando Announces “Many Voices, One Sky” Theme for Words & Wonders Poetry Contest

“This is an invitation to look at the world around you and put your observations into verse,” Gaither said. “Through poetry, we can better understand the connections that bind us…

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Orlando Museum of Art receives reaccreditation from American Alliance of Museums

The Orlando Museum of Art has earned reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, a prestigious recognition that confirms the institution’s commitment to professional standards, accessibility, and educational programming.

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Orlando Museum of Art Debuts NASA-Inspired ‘A Day of Four Sunsets’ Exhibition

“Dennis Scholl: A Day of Four Sunsets” will be on display March 19 through June 14, featuring a new body of work by Miami-based artist Dennis Scholl that blends art,…

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Art² Opens as Downtown Orlando’s New Hub for Creativity and Connection

Both pieces are more than decorative backdrops; they turn the park into a living gallery. “Art in public spaces tells a story about who we are and what we value,”…

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Camara Gaither Named Orlando’s Third Poet Laureate

“We are excited for Camara to use poetry and the literary arts to tell our community’s stories,” said Mayor Dyer. “There is no doubt that Orlando is a better place…

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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Announces Search for City’s Next Poet Laureate

“Shawn Welcome, whom I appointed as Orlando’s second Poet Laureate in 2021, has served with distinction and has inspired a new generation of literary artists,” Dyer continued. “He has made…

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The Oscars: Designers Are A Big Deal!

Armand de Brignac, an alcohol label owned by LVMH, hosted a coveted invite-only shindig with Jay-Z at Chateau Marmont. Marc Jacobs hosted a competing private party with Issa Rae, Aaron…

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Local Teens Shine In “Write To Be Scene” Poetry Competition

A local youth arts mentoring organization is sharing young voices in order to share light in isolation. This new year, Write To Be Scene Inc., established in 2019, is celebrating…

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The Initiative — “Art Pollination: Building Food Justice through Creativity” — Is Part Of The Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge

“For years, we’ve witnessed how the work of our local artists brings people together, strengthens our community, and helps create the unique quality of life we enjoy throughout our City…

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