By Paul Samberg on November 19, 2020 Two strangers sit next to each other on “The Wishing Bench,” waiting for a bus to never come. As their journey begins, so does director Marlo Angell’s film about a young woman and an older man’s connection. The Lawrence Arts Center held a virtual short film screening and … [more]
By Rochelle Valverde on October 2, 2020 A public art project that once divided neighbors is now hoping that the culmination of the long-running effort can bring the whole community together for an outdoor event of art, live music and free food. The completion of the East Ninth Street art project — which includes the … [more]
Image from the East Lawrence Family Tree project by Matthew Lord. This Saturday, October 3, the East Lawrence Neighborhood Association is teaming up with the Rebuilding East Ninth Together project for an evening of socially distant art FUN! There will be free food, art activities, films, and live music throughout the East Lawrence neighborhood that … [more]
By Lauren Fox on September 26, 2020 A short film featuring the mysterious and iconic East Lawrence Wishing Bench will premiere this week in the neighborhood that gave the film its story. The 12-minute film, which is simply titled “The Wishing Bench,” is one of the final works of art in the Rebuilding East Ninth … [more]
The Rebuilding East Lawrence project team is pleased to invite you to the final event! We are psyched to partner with ELNA and their Annual Block Party to create one amazing, art-filled, socially-distanced community event! Join us on Saturday October 3rd, from 5-10 pm Come see some of the final results of the Rebuilding East … [more]
Students participating in the HANG12 program have designed a new way for creative spirits to stay connected while keeping a healthy distance. Similar to Lawrence’s Little Free Libraries, HANG12 has created ArtBox, which will provide the community with a designated place for sharing pieces of art. Open to all ages, the ArtBox will be located … [more]
Here is what we know is happening right now! Below, you will find updates from Natives Now, Yarn It Forward, Songs & Stories, and the Hang 12 Youth Corps Art Box… Featured image is the cover of the Songs and Stories of East Lawrence book “More Than Just a Neighborhood” with artwork by Tony Peterson. … [more]
East 9th Street Mural by Mona Cliff, 1045 Pennsylvania St. Like the talented creatives they are, many East 9th Street artists have seamlessly transitioned their projects to digital, physically distant, and community supportive endeavors. Here’s an update on what they’ve been up to, and how … [more]
Lawrence is a unique city where the arts are for everyone. Make sure this continues by attending a public strategic planning session. Let our leaders know what you want for the future of Lawrence. Arts & culture are part of a visionary plan for the future! How to give input: Schedule a Lawrence Listens Team … [more]
By Rochelle Valverde on December 30, 2019 A contemporary ballet, a plastic waste sculpture and a music album are some of the works that young artists will contribute to the East Ninth Street art project. The East Ninth Project put out a call for youth art projects this fall and received five applications, according to … [more]
