Barn Raiser publishes independent news, analysis and information to support diverse, civically engaged and dynamically connected rural and small-town communities. They champion the free exchange of public dialogue by bringing together underrepresented voices and perspectives on the intractable issues facing communities and policymakers.
As part of the Creative Midwest Media Cohort, Barn Raiser will publish a series of articles highlighting the work rural of artists, photographers, community organizers, and artistic movements informing Midwestern creativity and social change. Stories will emphasize the cultural significance and contributions of BIPOC and Native communities, focusing on themes of memory, mapping, and the arts.