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Italian artworks head to Phoenix Art Museum next month

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jul 22, 2025

"Florentine Baroque: The Haukohl Collection" features 17th- and 18th-century works that are rarely seen outside of Italy.

a close-up of a billboard showing donald trump shirtless wearing a crown in a swamp

Phoenix readers react to Valley's new unsavory 'swamp king' billboard

By Morgan Fischer

Jul 10, 2025

An artist depicted the president naked and sinking in a scandal-plagued swamp. More than 7,500 readers responded.

‘Black Folk Photography’ inspires reflection at Phoenix’s Carver Museum

By Travis Bradley | Cronkite News

Jul 8, 2025

Images from the past show that people are more alike than different in the Carver’s current exhibit.

Iconic Scottsdale art gallery closing after more than 30 years. Here’s why

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 7, 2025

The staple of downtown Scottsdale’s art scene and haven for student and local artists will shut its doors in August.

New anti-Trump billboard goes up on Grand Avenue

By Morgan Fischer

Jul 4, 2025

The billboard portrays Trump as a “swamp king” ruling over his administration’s many missteps.

The exterior of Arizona Science Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

11 Phoenix museums are free through Labor Day for military families

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 29, 2025

Museums around the Valley are offering free admission for military families this summer. Here's how to participate.

Phoenix Art Museum hosts final free Family Funday of the summer June 29

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 27, 2025

The museum is welcoming guests for a day of interactive fun — and no entry fee — on Sunday.

New Phoenix shade structure inspired by Chinese chorizo

By Royal Young

Jun 16, 2025

Tucson artist Feng-Feng Yeh's sausage-shaped shade structure for Eastlake Park will be unveiled on Saturday, June 21.

Celebrating Donald Trump’s 79th birthday with Arizona art

By Lynn Trimble

Jun 14, 2025

It’s a certain president’s birthday. Instead of a parade, we’d like to mark the day with a collection of art.

Phoenix arts group CALA Alliance celebrates new home, 15th anniversary

By Ofelia Montelongo

Jun 13, 2025

After 15 years of championing Latinx arts and culture in Arizona, CALA Alliance is hosting a party in its new home.

How a mural, a fellowship and a community keep Nick Oza’s vision alive

By Beatriz Limón | Arizona Luminaria

May 27, 2025

The late photojournalist's legacy lives on in Phoenix and is the inspiration for a new fellowship program.

This Frank Lloyd Wright lamp just sold for a record-breaking $7.5M

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 25, 2025

It's the most expensive object by the Taliesin West architect ever sold at auction.

This beloved Roosevelt Row boutique is closing after 20 years

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 22, 2025

A downtown Phoenix retail gem is closing its doors in June, but its owners aren't going anywhere.

Former associate director returns to Lisa Sette Gallery

By Amy Young

May 20, 2025

Duane Smith has returned to the gallery, which is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary.

Tempe ‘Star Wars’-themed Indigenous art exhibition closes this weekend

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 15, 2025

You've only got a few more days to see "The Return of the Force" at Tempe Center for the Arts before it closes on Saturday.

Mesa’s Neon Garden gives new life to vintage signs

By Benjamin Leatherman

May 14, 2025

Historic signs for Bill Johnson's Big Apple and other Mesa businesses will shine again in downtown Mesa starting Thursday.

a waymo driverless car with a cartoon cat on the side

What’s up with the new hipster Waymos in Phoenix?

By Morgan Fischer

May 9, 2025

The white robot cars are a defining Phoenix feature. But recently, some have taken on a more colorful look.

The art of love: 9 date night ideas for creative types

By Angela RoseRed

May 6, 2025

Are you and your sweetie into music and art? Here are some suggestions for your next night out.

‘Rough Rider’ at ASU Art Museum views rodeo culture through queer lens

By Royal Young

Apr 30, 2025

Artist José Villalobos creates works that challenge perceptions about masculinity and perceptions of cowboy culture.

Art exhibitions brightened Danelle Plaza in Tempe last weekend

By Jennifer Goldberg

Apr 29, 2025

Two galleries in the historic plaza flung open their doors last weekend for a pair of one-night-only shows.

Visual Art

Mark Eshelman’s photos capture Tempe history

Your guide to the Phoenix First Friday artwalk

Visual Art

Mark Eshelman’s photos capture Tempe history

Your guide to the Phoenix First Friday artwalk

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