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Bigger than one person or idea, here art is inspiration for all. From every neighborhood and community center to every stage and studio, here everyone comes together to celebrate what unites us. Together we imagine, create and collaborate.

Art challenges our thinking, creates new ideas and connections, and inspires us to explore ourselves, our community, and our culture. Here at the epicenter of community and culture everyone gets to play.

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15 Rising Artists to Watch in 2023

15 Rising Artists to Watch in 2023

The road to becoming a top-tier artist is more complicated than ever, but here are 15 artists, listed in alphabetical order, that we feel are poised to make that jump. Remember these names — they'll likely be headlining festivals and tours left and right someday soon.

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Memphian plans Culture Collab coworking space in Hickory Hill for the BIPOC community

Memphian plans Culture Collab coworking space in Hickory Hill for the BIPOC community

The Culture Collab is set to open its doors on March 1. A soft opening is expected to take place on Feb. 27 for the public to come view the space and find out more about the Culture Collab's focus.

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Local film scene bolsters Memphis' rank for moviemakers

Local film scene bolsters Memphis' rank for moviemakers

Memphis moved up three notches, from 20 to 17, on MovieMaker Magazine's annual list of the 25 Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker.

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