The Fort Pitt Museum is closing temporarily for upgrades and new exhibitions, reopening March 1 with a display on Pittsburgh's role in the Revolution and preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft and America's 250th anniversary.

Sculptor Charles Pilkey donated his artwork, "The Architect’s Dream," to the Rowan Cabarrus Community College, enhancing the college's public art collection.

The 27th Cotton Bowl Art Contest for Texas students combines sports excitement and creativity, rewarding winners with game tickets and showcasing their art.

Belarusian artist Henrik Lojka created a "Snow King" sculpture from a snow pile in Brooklyn, which attracted crowds and social media attention before melting away.

Coon Rapids, MN is seeking student artists to design buttons for the 62nd Snowflake Days festival, incorporating the city mascot and winter activities. Winners will receive prizes, with entries due by January 9.

Forbes reports Houston-born Beyoncé has crossed the billion-dollar mark after a year that included a Grammy win and the record‑breaking Cowboy Carter Tour. The milestone joins her with an exclusive club of musician billionaires.

Valley Art theater's future in Tempe is uncertain, despite a petition for its reopening, while Pollack Cinemas anticipates upgrades and a grand reopening.

A 27-foot Buddha sculpture by Tuan Andrew Nguyen is scheduled for the High Line in Manhattan for spring 2026 as a tribute to the Bamiyan Buddhas destroyed by the Taliban.

Detective John Capers built a Lego replica of Garland, Texas's downtown square, using 27,000 pieces to showcase the city's landmarks and provide a creative city attraction.

Durham officials thank the community for their input on the city's cultural development and highlight the collaborative efforts shaping the arts scene, with more details to come as they work towards a comprehensive cultural strategy.

David Sedaris will perform at Berkeley Rep, reading unpublished essays from his upcoming collection "THE LAND AND ITS PEOPLE." The shows run from January 3-11, with different content nightly, a Q&A, and a book signing.

San Francisco's LGBTQ+ nightclub Oasis is saved from closing by a substantial donation from philanthropists Mary and Mark Stevens, allowing it to purchase its building and plan for a vibrant future.

San Diego's WorldBeat Cultural Center held its 45th annual Kwanzaa celebration, featuring nights dedicated to Kwanzaa principles, cultural performances, keynote speakers, and a community feast.