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As we celebrate the holidays, the New Year, and culture and creativity in our region,  we at M-AAA are delighted to introduce our featured artist, Chico Salvador Sierra, a remarkable multidisciplinary artist hailing from El Paso, Texas, and just one…

Nestled in the picturesque mountains, forests, and rivers, the arts and culture scene of Northwest Arkansas is flourishing, thanks to the visionary initiatives and artistic support launched across the region. From 2020 to the fall of 2022, ARt Connect was…

• By Becky Brown • Some stories hurt too much to tell. No one knows this better than veterans returning home.  People who’ve served across the globe often return stateside to depression, anxiety, and a sense they don’t belong. However,…

• By Becky Brown • The best art doesn’t necessarily come from the best conditions. A gorgeous studio with perfect light might lead a painter to produce . . . complete rubbish. But biting flies, unpredictable weather, and time on…

The arts have the power to transform, inspire, heal, and unite. For the Mid-America Art Alliance (M-AAA), this mantra is more than a sentiment; it’s a guiding principle.  Since 1972, M-AAA has been a steadfast champion for the arts, striving…

A vintage barber chair might seem like nothing more than a curiosity. But its luxurious red-velvet seat and headrest belie the experience many children had while seated in its lush confines. Upon arrival at off-reservation boarding schools, Native American children…

Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) is proud to announce Brigitte McQueen as the recipient of the Marian Andersen Leadership in the Arts Award. This $10K award, named in honor of the late Marian Andersen, recognizes outstanding contributions to the arts and…

• By Alicia Chesser • You know Tulsa’s big names: Philbrook, Cain’s Ballroom, the Bob Dylan Center, the BOK Arena. But the energy doesn’t stop there. As a lifelong Tulsan, I’ve watched artists and arts workers build this city’s unique…

• By Becky Brown • Bringing art to a community that’s in quarantine is a real challenge. But in 2020, LUX Center for the Arts in Lincoln, Nebraska, found a creative way to do just that. It developed Nine Nebraska…

• By David Wayne Reed • Format Festival, a three day festival featuring an eclectic music lineup, artist-built venues and interactive art experiences, returned after its inaugural launch in 2022 with even more light and dazzle.  From the reflective iridescence…

As Pride Month comes to an end this week, our commitment to love, diversity, and equality continues. We honor the rich tapestry of cultures within the LGBTQIA+ community, recognizing the unique struggles and triumphs of each individual. M-AAA is committed…

M-AAA’s Kathy Liao shares her story and inspirations for celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage. This is the month to celebrate the history, culture, and impact of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders here in the United States. Kathy Liao, artist…