Arts & Culture Archives

From museums to your kitchen, Jack Martin’s brooms are revered for their art and utility

by Shawn Pitts
February 7, 2022

The fourth-generation broom maker from southwest Tennessee has carried an old family craft into the 21st century with attention to both tradition and innovation.

Library’s Harry Potter night rescheduled to Feb. 10

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 4, 2022

Several activities are planned for fans of the fantasy series.

Little Free Library in Hopkinsville to be featured on Good Morning America

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 31, 2022

The Little Free Library at Jeffers Bend is one of 150 book-sharing boxes picked for promotion on "Good Morning America."

CCHS jazz band performing Tuesday at the Alhambra

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 31, 2022

The Christian County High School Jazz Band will perform Tuesday at the Alhambra, before the group heads to Louisville for a state education conference.

Abstract artwork on display at Hopkinsville Community College

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 31, 2022

The artwork by Jay Swafford will be on display at Hopkinsville Community College through Feb. 25.

UK to host online symposium honoring bell hooks

by Julia Hunter
January 29, 2022

The symposium will feature scholars, artists and activists from across Kentucky.

Instrument donation drive to benefit Christian County schools

by WKMS
January 27, 2022

This project is inspired by Black Violin's work to overcome stereotypes and encourage people of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds to join together to break down cultural barriers.

Online memorial reading will honor bell hooks

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 20, 2022

The online program is on Jan. 25. There is no charge to view the reading, which will feature Kentucky writer Silas House.

‘Rumpelstiltskin’ auditions will be Jan. 24

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 10, 2022

Children in kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to try out for the play.

Concert raises money for tornado victims

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 9, 2022

The Fabulous Equinox and Hopkinsville musician Kenneth Bates played mainly gospel music for the concert to help people affected by the Western Kentucky tornadoes.

Kenneth Bates, longtime gospel music aficionado, will join tornado benefit concert

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 5, 2022

Tickets for the Saturday show at the Alhambra are $25.

Commentary: Remembering my rural neighbor, bell hooks

by Kim Kobersmith
December 20, 2021

The acclaimed author, poet, and professor leaves a lasting legacy, particularly in the small Kentucky town she called home.