Folk Fusion – Brooklyn Street Art New York City has seen the emergence of many cultural movements that have given identity to the American Urban lifestyle. Such movements as the Harlem Renaissance, modern dance in the early 20th century, jazz, expressionism, hip hop and punk rock have all gotten their start in this massive great …
Creation of some of Florida’s most unique folk art was drawn by the hands of twenty-six African-Americans living in the segregated south during the “Jim Crowe” era of the 1950’s. Painting was a way to escape the poverties of life and free their minds from the labors of everyday living in a world of racism …
CLEVELAND, OHIO – The annual Dia de los Muertos festival took place over the weekend in Cleveland’s vibrant Gordon Square neighborhood giving celebration to life and to those who have dearly departed. The Day of the Dead is one of the most important celebrations of the year in Mexico and other Latin American cultures. It …
The charming vibrant city of Edinburgh, pronounced Edin-bruh, is home to the largest arts festival in the world. It is called the Fringe Festival, commonly just known as “The Fringe” and is Scotland’s top arts and cultural festival. It is a mecca of cultural freedom where any type of artistic show can be found …
Krishna, one of Hinduism’s most revered deities and a reincarnation of Lord Vishnu, is said to have held up a mountain to protect villagers and animals from the torrential rains sent by Indra, the King of gods. Krishna performed this superhuman feat when he was just seven years old. When Krishna was just a small …
Volunteer with elephants: The Save Elephant Foundation in Chiang Mai is an amazing place where you can have hands-on experience working up close with the jungle elephants of northern Thailand. Meet founder Lek Chailert where you will learn to: Feed Elephants Bath Elephants Learn Vet care Special Projects Additional activities: Jungle Hiking White Water Rafting …