Author: Angela Zonunpari

These state-appointed poets promote reading, writing, and appreciation of poetry across the Midwest.

Chicago artist Pooja Pittie on exploring the bodymind, disability, and building her practice in the Midwest.

Twenty figurative artists share works featuring “a spectrum of lived experiences—joy, intimacy, reverie, danger, tension” in exhibition ‘Skilled Labor: Black Realism in Detroit.’

The Oglala Lakota artist from South Dakota has been touring the country, while connecting back with his roots through community events and music festivals in the state.

The Podolls grow all of the seed they sell, a distinct fact for a seed company, and make sure the seeds are well-adapted to the practices and environment of gardeners in the Upper Midwest.

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.

A growing community of Minnesota-based surfers and artists are diving into the sport and finding inspiration and excitement in the cool waters of the Great Lake.

How Jordan’s “Musical Ambassadress” teamed up with Oskaloosa’s local choir for a week of cultural exchange and learning.

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.

Trappist Caskets, located near the New Melleray Abbey in northeast Iowa, prayerfully serves families and the land.