Category: Earth Community
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10 Ways to Cut Plastic Out of Your Life
If you are looking for ways to cut plastic out of your life, you’ll want to keep these ten life hacks, posted by Kate Good on onegreenplanet.org, at hand.
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Batima Zaurbekova: Threads of Heritage Exhibit
The Abylkhan Kasteyev National Museum of Arts of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty presents Threads of Heritage, a major exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of Batima Zaurbekova, one of Kazakhstan’s most influential artists and a pioneer of the national school of tapestry. On view from September 25 to November 8, 2026, the exhibition brings together more than 80 works—including tapestries, paintings, and graphic…
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Art Made From “Trash”
Art made from materials that might uncharitably be described as “trash” creates a striking contrast within luxury spaces. Yet this tension is precisely what many hotels and public-facing businesses seek. Acta+, a sustainability-focused company that matches clients with a network of 500 artists working with discarded materials, has seen strong demand since its founding almost…
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Animal Rising to Release Factory Farm Footage in Legal Challenge to UK Government
British animal rights organization Animal Rising has announced it will release previously unseen footage from inside British factory farms on September 1, building a campaign around the claim that intensive animal agriculture operates in breach of existing animal welfare law. The organization is using the release to press the UK government for a firm commitment…
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Tradition Meets Machinery
For generations, the sedge mat has been a familiar presence in Vietnamese homes. Today, the tradition continues, with skilled hands and modern machinery working together to keep the craft alive. “In the past, every house had several mats,” said Nguyễn Thanh Bình, owner of the Xuân Hòa mat workshop in Vũ Hạ Village, located in…
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A Retrospective of the Art of Truman Lowe
The National Museum of the American Indian is proud to feature Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, the first major retrospective of the acclaimed Ho-Chunk Nation artist. Water’s Edge features nearly 50 of Lowe’s sculptures, drawings, and paintings that explore the evolution of the artist’s work throughout his career, including 28 works from the National Museum of the…
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21 Ways to Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos in Chicago
Chicagoans are commemorating Día de los Muertos — a Mexican holiday that honors deceased relatives and loved ones — across the city over the next month. The holiday, Day of the Dead in English, is a fiesta that celebrates life and death with ofrendas, or altars, as well as traditional music and dance, Mexican cuisine…
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Celebrate All Hallows’ Eve at Old Fort Niagara
Old Fort Niagara Press Release Old Fort Niagara invites visitors of all ages to celebrate the spirit of the season during its All Hallows’ Eve event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. The family-friendly program explores how people of the past observed All Hallows’ Eve – now known as Halloween – through stories, legends,…
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Kalamkari Travels Between Worlds
This article was originally published as part of the AAJA Voices program. It can be read here. In a bright Brooklyn apartment, young professionals gather around a large wooden table, learning to work with natural dyes and the bamboo pens traditionally used in making kalamkari, an ancient artform from rural Andhra Pradesh in southeastern India. Artisans…
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Lantern Festivals Worth Crossing the World to See
Known for their breathtaking illuminated displays, lantern festivals serve as celebrations of community, good luck, and new beginnings. Although particularly common in Asia — especially during New Year’s celebrations — lantern festivals occur worldwide. These scenic and often lively events usually feature live performances, tasty eats, and local artisans. The lanterns are often handmade, culturally…
