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Episode 425: Ken Burns’ The American Revolution
Episode 424: Andrew Lawler, Dunmore’s Proclamation & the American Revolution in Virginia
Episode 423: Zara Anishanslin, The Forgotten Artists of the American Revolution
Episode 422: Seth Rockman, Plantation Goods: How Northern Factories Fueled the Plantation Economy
Episode 421: Greg Brooking, Loyalism and Revolution in Georgia
Beyond the Commonwealth
76 Reading Frederick Douglass Together events in 2026
We believe Frederick Douglass’ words belong in public spaces. Every year we provide grants to support readings of his influential address, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” in town squares, community centers, churches, museums, libraries, parks, and...
Reflections on the Bicentennial, Boy Scouts, and 250th
This essay is part of our “People’s Guide to the Revolution” initiative for 2026. Visit our webpage for original content, events related to the 250th, and more. By Dave SlateryActing Executive Director, Mass Cultural Council The year 2026 is not only the...
Arts & Culture is Economic Development
05.19.2026 Bethann Steiner, Senior Director of Public Affairs Budget Mass Wins Act bolsters cultural sector with policy and new public investments In April, Governor Maura Healey filed her 2026 economic development bond bill, H. 5386, the Mass Wins Act, for...
Episode 441: Gregory O’Malley, The Escapes of David George
Episode 441: Gregory O'Malley, The Escapes of David George - Ben Franklin's World https://traffic.libsyn.com/benfranklinsworld/441_OMalley.mp3What does it mean to escape?For David George, who was born enslaved in Virginia in the 1740s, the answer was never simple. He...
Cultural Facilities Fund Delivers $8.7M for Capital Improvements
05.15.2026 Christian Kelly, Public Relations & Events Manager Mass Cultural Facilities Fund | Press Release Brighter Boston, a 2026 Cultural Facilities Fund grant recipient. Mass Cultural Council and MassDevelopment are pleased to announce that 97 nonprofit and...
Arts & Business Insights: Cambridge Common Restaurant
05.13.2026 Dawn Heinen, Digital Communications Manager Advancement | Creative Entrepreneurialism Artist and curator Shelby Feltoon and restaurateur Holly Heslop on shaping meaningful local collaborations Shelby Feltoon As part of our series on Creative...
Applications Open: Executive Insight Circle (2026–2027 Cohorts)
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Adapting Public Buildings for Creative Uses – Cogswell ArtSpace
05.11.2026 Jay Paget, Program Director Artist Space | Mass Cultural Facilities Fund Cogswell ArtSpace in Haverhill, MA. Since 2006, Mass Cultural Council has been committed to supporting the development of vibrant creative spaces through consultation services and...
Senate Budget Committee Advances Record Support for Arts & Culture
05.06.2026 Bethann Steiner, Senior Director of Public Affairs Budget SWM matches Governor and House $27.35M Recommendations for Mass Cultural Council May on Beacon Hill means it’s time for the annual state Senate budget debate, and this year, it’s bringing good news...
Department of Early Education and Care Launches Educator Discounts Directory
05.06.2026 Sara Glidden, Program Manager Advancement (Left-right): Mass Cultural Council Acting Executive Director David Slatery, Education Secretary Steve Zrike, Early Education and Care Commissioner Amy Kershaw, and Secretary of Labor & Workforce Development...
Episode 440: Brooke Newman, Jefferson’s Cut Grievance and the British Monarchy’s Role in Slavery
Episode 440: Brooke Newman, Jefferson's Cut Grievance and the British Monarchy's Role in Slavery - Ben Franklin's World https://traffic.libsyn.com/benfranklinsworld/440_Newman.mp3Thomas Jefferson wrote about 30 grievances against King George III in his draft of the...
Share Your Community’s Values and Vision in the U.S. Semiquincentennial Year
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Opportunities & Resources for Orgs – May 26
05.01.2026 Mass Cultural Council Staff Opportunities & Resources Williamstown Theatre Festival, Britton and The Sting Unplugged. Photo: Kit Karzen. Each month Mass Cultural Council shares a round-up of grants, trainings, technical assistance resources, and...
Change was Driven by Ordinary People
04.30.2026 Amy Chu, Program Officer Creative Experiences Lessons from Creative Experiences celebrating America250 A cannon being fired during a talk and demonstration at The Bidwell House Museum. As we approach the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration...
May 2026
May 2026 Dear *{{First Name}}*, Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for our 173rd Annual Meeting last week. It was a great chance to look back on a strong 2025 full of engaging exhibits, school visits, and community programs, and to share what’s ahead,...