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See all newsOhio Immigrant Alliance Brings Immigrant Stories and New Books to 2026 Columbus Arts Festival
The Ohio Immigrant Alliance returns for a fourth year to the Columbus Arts Festival on June 13, 2026, featuring artist Salif Sarr and two new books about imm...
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Columbus Museum of Art Names Cynthia Amoah as 2026 Aminah Robinson Writing Resident
The Columbus Museum of Art has named Cynthia Amoah as its 2026 Aminah Robinson Writing Resident, beginning a three-month studio residency in May.
Greater Columbus Arts Council Approves $13.3 Million in Grants for Arts Organizations
The Greater Columbus Arts Council has approved more than $13.3 million in operating and general support grants for Columbus-area arts organizations, taking a...
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Cleveland Museum of Art Marks Nation’s 250th Anniversary with American Art Exhibitions
The Cleveland Museum of Art announced a series of exhibitions celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary, spotlighting American artists from Andrew Wyeth to Emma...
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Cleveland Museum of Art Marks America’s 250th with Series of Exhibitions Highlighting Diverse Artists
The Cleveland Museum of Art launches a yearlong series of exhibitions commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary, spotlighting Indigenous, Black, and Ame...
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Columbus Symphony Announces 2026 Picnic with the Pops Lineup Featuring Ledisi, Wyclef Jean, LeAnn Rimes
The Columbus Symphony’s 2026 Picnic with the Pops outdoor series runs June 13 through August 1 at Nationwide Commons, featuring Ledisi, Wyclef Jean, LeAnn ...
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