A San Diego eighth‑grader who beat leukemia traveled to meet Hugh Jackman and played a song she wrote during treatment, moving the actor to tears.

Baltimore cyclist Barnaby Wickham collects discarded hubcaps to create art installations, amassing over 700 pieces since 2024, including a 16 feet tall Snoopy head, celebrated by locals.

Sausalito violinist Sydney Li‑Jenkins, 15, was named a 2026 YoungArts winner, earning national mentorship and performance opportunities.

A Sofonisba Anguissola portrait from the Prado anchors the Timken's Poetic Portraits show in Balboa Park. The compact exhibition runs through March 29, 2026.

Durham, NC calls for artists to contribute to the Merrick-Moore Park Aquatics Center, offering a significant public art opportunity to create works that reflect community and play.

Jacksonville's Fuller Warren Bridge area now features the "Water Abundance" mural by Patrick Maxcy, promoting water conservation and environmental sustainability.

The Sac Film Fest's winter session opens this weekend with international shorts, panels and a sold-out feature premiere at The Sofia.

Flagstaff's Southside now features two new public art pieces honoring its history. "Rustle" by Beth Nybeck and the "Historic Dunbar School Plaque" commemorate local stories and heritage.

After 30 years in Montrose, Anya Tish Gallery will close on December 31. The farewell show ended in early December and the space will be open by appointment through month‑end.

A sculpture named Hazmatt, made from retired dumpsters by artist Kenneth Eugene Hall, Jr., has been erected at the Norman HHWF to promote environmental sustainability.

Dallas seeks art for Harry Stone Center, budgets $120,000; kids' Build Your Own Hero Workshop with LEGO, art, storytelling, photos with Santa, and artists' guidance on December 13, 2025. RSVP required.

Austin’s 5th Street has been named a state cultural district — a designation organizers say will bring funding, signage and tourists to the historic Mexican American corridor.

Welders, carpenters and conservators have been overhauling the Battleship Texas at Gulf Copper in Galveston, with hull repairs, deck restoration and gun work moving the ship toward a 2026 reopening.