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David Sedaris will perform at Berkeley Rep, reading unpublished essays from his upcoming collection "THE LAND AND ITS PEOPLE."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.

The Nevada State Railroad Museum reported another season of sold-out Christmas train rides, with a focus on both family fun and the educational value of rail history in Southern Nevada.

A sign and a drainage filing suggest a Texas Longhorn Breeders museum is planned for a lot in the Fort Worth Stockyards, with a 2026 date on the mockup.

Keck’s 12‑sided House of Tomorrow is getting new triple‑pane glass and structural repairs in a $4 million restoration at the Indiana Dunes. The work aims to return the 1933 pavilion to its original look.

The Wallace-Hall Art House in Mansfield, Texas held a Last Minute Market Blitz for last-minute holiday shoppers to find unique, handcrafted gifts. The event was part of a range of festive activities at the venue.

Mansfield Texas Parks & Recreation opens a new swimming area at Mans Best Field Dog Park, complete with amenities like a trail, washing station, pavilion, and lighting.

The Oak Cliff Cultural Center in Dallas is hosting diverse artistic events in 2026, ranging from the Zora Neale Hurston Festival to art shows by local students and engages the community with programs like salsa classes and open mic poetry nights.

The Norman Rockwell Museum presents "Jazz Age Illustration," displaying over 150 pieces reflecting American culture from 1919-1942, including works by Aaron Douglas and John Held Jr.