Inside the Joyful—and Mini—World of Mid-Century Modern Design
For Cyd Raduchel, designing and decorating dollhouses started as a hobby until her niche style brought an online following and a full-time job.
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Song a Day Keeping Doctors at Bay in Midwest Choirs
From clef to coda, singers are reclaiming their voices—and so much more—while managing dementia, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s.
Scientist ‘Dr. Beetle’ Uses Art to Talk About Insect Ecology, Conservation
Dr. Tierney Brosius, a professor of biology, believes art can impact science communication. From handmade wares to murals, she’s exploring creative ways to build curiosity around insects.
Reimagining an Iconic American Ballet with Dancers of All Abilities
The historic ballet Rodeo gets a bold new retelling from Cleveland’s Dancing Wheels, a physically integrated dance company reimagining inclusive artistry.
Finding Care, Community in the Circus Capital of the World (It’s in the Midwest!)
Indiana resident Debra Jo Myers shares how she found a home in a local amateur circus program as a young child and how it continues to shape her life.
‘Silly Fish Parade’ Exalts Springtime, Cardboard, and the Smelt Queen
This annual smelt parade along Lake Superior reels back to a niche tradition of catching the small, silvery fish in the dark of night.
When a Community Shares Its Stories with a Photographer
Photographer Asa Featherstone, IV reflects on his instant film photo series—started as a way to meet people during an artist residency—and how it became a celebration of everyday stories.
How Sign is Transforming a Wisconsin Stage
Via deaf artists, American Players Theatre in Spring Green, Wisconsin, is redirecting the spotlight.
This Grassroots Night Market Proves ‘Culture is Here’ in the Midwest
Fargo’s annual Asian Night Market celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage. Participants and vendors have nearly quadrupled since the event began in 2022.
After a Tornado, a Rural Indiana City Finds Connection Through Music
Two years after a deadly tornado, Sullivan, Indiana welcomed global ensemble LADAMA for a week of music and cross-cultural connection.