North Carolina's Poet Laureate On New Language In Transformative Times
North Carolina's poet laureate says this is a moment for putting pen to paper.
Art
'Un-African'? Photos Challenge Notions Of LGBTQ Identity In The African Diaspora
Mikael Owunna's new book captures the stories of LGBTQ African immigrants, refugees and asylum-seekers reconciling their identity and their heritage.
The Ramadan Podcast Where Muslims Take It Up A Notch From 'Islam 101'
In the KPCC podcast "Tell Them, I Am," host and producer Misha Euceph aims to give Muslims a space to define their identities outside of stereotypes and broad generalizations.
Jeff Koons' 'Rabbit' Fetches $91 Million, Auction Record For Work By A Living Artist
Robert Mnuchin, an art dealer and the father of the U.S. Treasury secretary, bought the sculpture for a client. Some art collectors consider the silver bunny to be "the holy grail of Koons works."
Dogs Have Their Day: AKC Dog Museum Opens In New York City
From the educational to the artful, the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog is reopening in New York City, featuring lots of artifacts about our furry, four-legged friends.
Why Writing The Word 'Freedom' Is More Powerful Than Typing It
Artist Ruben Malayan is bringing the ancient art of Armenian calligraphy into the mainstream.
Winston-Salem Rap Duo Speak N’ Eye Releases New Album "Cypher At The Gates of Dawn"
Winston-Salem rap duo Speak N' Eye started performing together back in 2010.
Why Won't The Old Caveman Stereotypes For Neanderthals Die?
New evidence suggests Neanderthals made cave art — and they may also have created religious rituals. It's time to let go of Neanderthal-human "border policing," says anthropologist Barbara J. King.
Can Nuclear Power Plants Generate Artistic Inspiration?
"Nuclear" artists see motivating muses where others see only grey buildings, drab fences, and white steam piping out of concrete cooling towers, says guest commentator Vincent Ialenti.
Public Light Installation "Particle Falls" Merges Science And Art
Over the next month, the corner of West 4th and Spruce Streets in downtown Winston-Salem will be illuminated with a striking projection.