Saint Paul officials announce the opening of 2024 STAR grant applications on April 5th for local cultural and neighborhood initiatives, with a May 15th submission deadline.

Ballet Afrique in East Austin emphasizes the worth of Black dancers and inclusion, featuring activist Chas Moore in a cultural remix of The Nutcracker Suite set during the Harlem Renaissance.

Marietta's Glover Park seeks solo and duo musical acts for the May-retta Daze Festival on May 4-5. Applications for the 46th annual arts and music event are due by March 31.

Jeffrey Kahane has been named the new music director of the San Antonio Philharmonic, aiming to connect with the city's diverse communities and revitalize the orchestra's programming with a mix of traditional and contemporary works.

Antoinette Cauley exhibits "I Do It for the Hood Pt. 2" in Phoenix, featuring portraits that highlight resilience in Black, brown, and Indigenous communities.

The Albina Community Archive in Northeast Portland has digitized 150 collections of historical artifacts to preserve the area's rich Black cultural history.

Austin's EDD revises cultural arts funding, boosting inclusivity and clarifying the application process, with EDD supervisor Jesus Pantel leading the changes.

San Antonio hosts a variety of events for Black History Month, focusing on "African Americans and the Arts," including theater, films, exhibitions, and talks.

Murals on Hawthorne Bridge columns in Portland revitalize the area, featuring local history, culture, and the Ground Score Association's story, highlighting sustainability and resilience.

The Arlington Public Library is hosting a series of events to celebrate Black History Month, including storytimes, art, jazz, and educational activities for all ages.

Colton Valentine created a Stanley cup-themed mural in San Antonio, capturing the city's culture and joining a vibrant street art scene with various colorful murals.

The South Dallas Cultural Center hosts a series of events for Black History Month, including performances, music, and film series to celebrate the black community's talents.

Phoenix's vintage shopping scene is booming with unique stores like "For The Love of Old," offering curated eclectic items, and the Melrose District's array of shops which include themed collectibles and trendy sneakers.