Rural Intelligence (Page 30)

RI Op-Ed: The Cost of Getting It Wrong at the Hudson Waterfront — Rich Volo

Community

RI Op-Ed: The Cost of Getting It Wrong at the Hudson Waterfront

Ron Bogle says the future of the waterfront is at a tipping point.

By Ron Bogle

After 40 Years Norman Rockwell Museum Director Laurie Norton Moffatt to Retire — Jake Borden

Arts

After 40 Years Norman Rockwell Museum Director Laurie Norton Moffatt to Retire

Norton Moffatt is credited for dramatically growing the profile of the museum and Rockwell's national status.

By Jamie Larson

A Glass Blowing Community Grows in Northern Columbia County — Pierre Bowring

Style

A Glass Blowing Community Grows in Northern Columbia County

From a flaming hot forge to the dinner table.

By Andrew Amelinkx

Adam Deen’s “Spare Time” Exhibition at Germantown Library has its Moment — Adam Deen

Arts

Adam Deen’s “Spare Time” Exhibition at Germantown Library has its Moment

Take a break and soak in this exhibition about what we do when we're off the clock.

By Brian K. Mahoney

Tony Danza Joins Star Studded Cast at Williamstown Theater Festival

Arts

Tony Danza Joins Star Studded Cast at Williamstown Theater Festival

Danza will take the stage alongside Pamela Anderson in "Camino Real."

By Jamie Larson

Berkshire Arts Institutions Unite Amid Major Industry Challenges — Tanglewood
- Tanglewood

Arts

Berkshire Arts Institutions Unite Amid Major Industry Challenges

The coalition aims to advocate for the economic, tourism, and infrastructure needs of the region's cultural organizations.

By Jamie Larson

Berkshire Busk! is Back to the Streets of Great Barrington With over 100 Acts This Summer — Opal Raven performs at Burkshire Busk.
- Berkshire Busk

Community

Berkshire Busk! is Back to the Streets of Great Barrington With over 100 Acts This Summer

This marks the fifth year the Festival will bring performers to town sidewalks each weekend from June to August.

By Jamie Larson

Hudson Mayor Joins Call for Limits on Industrial Use at City Waterfront — Rich Volo

Community

Hudson Mayor Joins Call for Limits on Industrial Use at City Waterfront

A 30-year battle over industrial access to the Hudson waterfront may be nearing its end. Stakeholders want one last win.

By Jamie Larson

Vincent Valdez Confronts American Amnesia in Powerful Opening at MASS MoCA — Vincent Valdez, So Long, Mary Ann, 2019, oil on canvas, 63 x 96 inches, Collection of Mike Healy and Tim Walsh, Santa Barbara, CA, on view at MASS MoCA

Arts

Vincent Valdez Confronts American Amnesia in Powerful Opening at MASS MoCA

Valdez delivers one of the most important artistic statements on American identity ever, in North Adams.

By Jamie Larson

Steve Earle Brings 50 Years of Rebel Songwriting to the Mahaiwe, June 14

Arts

Steve Earle Brings 50 Years of Rebel Songwriting to the Mahaiwe, June 14

Earle raises his voice in song, and indignation.

By Jamie Larson

Turning a `90s McMansion into an Understated Design Triumph — The Mill House.
- Photos provided by Upstate Down.

Style

Turning a `90s McMansion into an Understated Design Triumph

Real Estate and design firm Upstate Down transformed the bland property into a showpiece of contemporary styling.

By Jamie Larson

At TurnPark, Summer Opens with Art in Flux and Clay in Fire — The "Gate House" at TurnPark
- TurnPark

Arts

At TurnPark, Summer Opens with Art in Flux and Clay in Fire

The enigmatic sculpture park prepares for a season of powerful exhibitions and community activity.

By Jamie Larson