Bio
Mandy Shunnarah is an Alabama-born, Palestinian-American writer who calls Columbus, Ohio, home. Their essays, poetry, and short stories have been published in The New York Times, Electric Literature, The Rumpus, The Columbus Anthology from Belt Publishing, and more. Their first book, Midwest Shreds: Skating Through America’s Heartland, is forthcoming from Belt. Read more at mandyshunnarah.com.
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Tatreez Artists Keep This Palestinian Folk Art Alive in the Midwest
March 28, 2024
Afnan Isleem Algharabli of Balady Stitch and Jenin Yaseen of Sr7aneh are stitching the Palestinian traditions of the past to a new generation for the future.
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Columbus, Indiana, Is a Haven for Architecture Enthusiasts
March 20, 2024
Some of the best, most renowned architects and sculptural artists worldwide have buildings and public art in Columbus, Indiana. Learn how the mid-sized city became a must-see destination for architecture lovers.
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Connecting Bismarck’s Indigenous Community Through Culture, Art, and Kindness
March 20, 2024
Sacred Pipe Resource Center is a home away from home for many Indigenous peoples in Bismarck, North Dakota’s urban area.
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A Sanctuary for Culture and Creativity in the Lake Traverse Reservation
March 12, 2024
Nis’to, a nonprofit serving Sisseton’s Indigenous youth, offers creative workshops that support mental health and education in ancestral cultural practices and language.
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Murals Bring Hampton, Iowa’s Latino Community Together
February 28, 2024
Marissa Hernandez invited young people from this small-town community to help paint murals that amplify culture and representation.
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This Ohio Studio Makes Iconic Letterpress Prints for Renowned Musicians
February 27, 2024
JustAJar Design Press in Marietta keeps the art of letterpress alive by making event posters, greeting cards, and fine art prints using a centuries-old art form.