{"id":2091,"date":"2023-08-14T15:31:51","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T15:31:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artsmidwest.org\/?post_type=update&p=2091"},"modified":"2026-03-09T18:22:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T18:22:38","slug":"celebrate-midwestern-creativity-with-us","status":"publish","type":"update","link":"https:\/\/artsmidwest.org\/about\/updates\/celebrate-midwestern-creativity-with-us\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Midwestern Creativity Through the Creativity News Desk"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Over the last few months, you may have noticed more stories on the Arts Midwest website. From food ways<\/a> and skateboarding<\/a> to reused historic buildings<\/a> and rural museums<\/a>, we are celebrating the many aspects of Midwestern creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This work has been part of a storytelling initiative that we’re excited to give a name: the Creativity News Desk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This new Arts Midwest program amplifies stories about Midwestern creativity, celebrating the beauty and depth of this region and encouraging new narratives about the Midwest. It\u2019s supported by Builders Initiative.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through the Creativity News Desk, we\u2019re commissioning stories and giving grants for projects that amplify the power of arts and creativity in the Midwest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re seeking out stories that go beyond traditional arts coverage and celebrate creativity in all its forms. We\u2019re especially focused on stories of, by, and for Native communities, rural communities, and communities of color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And we\u2019re inviting you to join us! Whether you\u2019re making content as a writer, photographer, videographer, illustrator, podcaster \u2013 or reading it over a cup of warm coffee or glass of cold beer \u2013 you can help us celebrate Midwestern creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because like the best potlucks, there\u2019s always room at this table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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