Dispelling Myths About What it Takes to Play Shakespeare
Mar 30, 2018
Often when Shakespeare is mentioned, thoughts of leathery-elbowed tweed blazers, pipes, and reading spectacles are conjured in the imagination. But nothing could be further from the truth to the reality of Shakespeare’s theatre. Perhaps after this article, you
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Every Child is a Work of Art
Feb 08, 2018
Art&Soul Dreams is a non-profit dedicated to helping 3000+ children in Michigan’s foster care system in need of adoption (forever families). Art&Soul Dreams brings visibility to children in the community and increase social awareness to
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Dispelling a Bridal Myth
Jan 25, 2018
You’re getting ready to tie the knot – congratulations! It’s such a joyous time, but there are also many important decisions to be made. From the venues to the photographer and everything in between… there
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Welcome JACK, Jackson’s New Mascot
Jan 19, 2018
Experience Jackson is excited to introduce JACK the Elephant to Jackson County. JACK was introduced as a character in our Experience Jackson coloring book two years ago. JACK visits many of our Jackson County assets such as the Cascades, Sparks
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Art with Attitude
Nov 30, 2017
By Laura Dwyer Schlecte & Jacqueline Austin, Think Jackson, LLC
We have all heard and realize the importance of shopping local. You hear it all of the time … “buying local boosts the local economy” … &ldquo
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Fairy Festival Tips from the Head Fairy
Mar 28, 2017
This is Jackson School of the Arts 10th Annual Fairy Festival and as Head Fairy, I have some important facts and tips you'll want to know to have the best time ever.
What to do before:
The
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Art Talk: Philip C. Curtis
Mar 06, 2017
I first discovered the art of Philip C. Curtis when I met Philip J. Curtis. With Philip C. Curtis, I discovered a style of art I'd never seen before, and with the other Curtis I discovered the man
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5 Reasons Why Art, Beer & Wine Festival Must be on Your Summer To-Do List
Mar 01, 2017
Art, Beer & Wine Festival is an annual event held on the Ella Sharp Museum grounds in Jackson, Michigan. It’s a signature event for the Jackson area, drawing people from Michigan and beyond. If you’ve never
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Philip Curtis: Coming Home
Feb 17, 2017
His work has been displayed at the Smithsonian Museum of American Art, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the San Francisco Art Museum, and many other venues across the United States. Now, visitors to Spring Arbor University
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Learn to be a Tourist in your Hometown
Feb 06, 2017
When most of us go on vacation we spend a little time before hand looking into the town we are going to. We want to know what locations we are going to have to stop at, the very best local
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