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Exploring the Intersections of Ecology and Migration: Unfortunately, It Was Paradise Exhibition at MCLA

Exploring the Intersections of Ecology and Migration: “Unfortunately, It Was Paradise” Exhibition at MCLA

Karen Yamada, Staff Writer March 12, 2024

From February 2nd to March 29th, 2024, MCLA is proud to present an evocative exhibition that delves into the entangled histories of ecology and migration. Featuring the works of artists Lorena...

Collage Workshop Emphasizes Creative Freedom

Collage Workshop Emphasizes Creative Freedom

Dylan Slonka, Staff Writer April 6, 2023

The Collage Workshop was held March 25th within the Gallery 51 space on Main Street. Master collage artists Todd Bartel and Niki Haynes oversaw the event, which kicked off with both artists discussing...

First Bites: March’s Food Filled First Friday

First Bites: March’s Food Filled First Friday

Ashley DelRatez, Staff Writer March 9, 2023

On Friday, March 3rd, a variety of businesses, gallery spaces, and restaurants participated in downtown North Adams’ monthly First Friday. The theme of this First Friday was First Bites, combining local...

Wang Chen is MCLA’s artist-in-residence for the next nine months, and recently gave a lecture describing their art and to give advice to aspiring artists. (Photo by Johnluke Kunce)

Artist-in-Residence Wang Chen Gives Advice to Student Artists in Lecture

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer October 31, 2022

Wang Chen, MCLA’s artist-in-residence for the next nine months, held a lecture in Murdock 218 on Thursday, October 13th to talk about some of their work and give advice to aspiring artists. Chen,...

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