Art enthusiasts in Dallas, mark your calendars for a cultural feast this September with a series of events kicking off across the city. The Dallas Office of Arts & Culture is bringing an art exhibition, public art dedication, and a symposium among other activities, catering to diverse tastes and aiming to strengthen the fabric of the community through artistic expression.
For those with a penchant for local artistry, "DeepDive 2" at the Bath House Cultural Center is not to be missed, having already captivated art lovers for over three decades through the White Rock Lake Artists Studio Tour. Opening on Saturday and running till September 28th, the exhibition pays homage to the artists who have made the Studio Tour a staple of East Dallas' cultural landscape. Given on a Saturday evening from 6 to 8 p.m., the opening reception promises to be a vibrant celebration of art.
Moving away from indoor galleries, "The Offering" mural by artists Jhonattan and Samantha Arango is the latest public art dedication to grace Dallas. This installation, woven from community collaboration, reflects the neighborhood's rich history, including its Latinx roots, military connections, and local activism. The dedication ceremony, completely gratis, is a testament to the city's dedication to making art accessible to all, beckoning the community on a certain date to witness the unveiling.