by Jess Torgerson
EVENT LINK: https://forecastpublicart.org/creative-power-civic-purpose/ FEE: Free— Registration required Creative Power, Civic Purpose: How Artists Strengthen Democracy Six-Part Virtual Series | 2026 Creative Power, Civic Purpose is a six-part virtual series exploring how artists and culture bearers strengthen civic health, deepen democratic participation, and help renew the civic fabric of communities nationwide. Grounded in civic health frameworks and national conversations around democratic renewal, the series combines field-framing dialogue with practical learning for artists, cultural leaders, civic partners, funders, and community practitioners. Across six sessions, speakers and facilitators examine the role of arts and culture in civic infrastructure, public understanding of systems, belonging and trust, artist–government collaboration, and funding creative civic work. Registration provides access to all sessions, including calendar holds, Zoom links, updates, and recordings. Dates & Times (all sessions): Thursdays, 12:00–1:30 PM (CT) Feb 26, 2026 Mar 26, 2026 May 28, 2026 June 25, 2026 Sept 24, 2026 Oct 29, 2026 Format: Virtual Registration: Single registration covers the full series; individual sessions also available
