Culture
Embracing Inevitable Change: The Art of Art Conservation
The dynamic, ever-changing nature of art conservation is exemplified in the field’s rare usage of the term “restoration.”
What the Hell Happened: The Unexpected Discovery of Ancient Frescoes in Pompeii’s Ruins
Moreover, the excavation offers a reminder of the human stories lost to time.
Best Murals in Boston: Bostonian Brushstrokes Make the City a Brighter Place
Boston’s murals serve as a delightful contemporary showcase of skill and imbue the city with creative ambiance.
What Happened to the Starving Artist?
Artists have always had to fight the world they live in and the artists they compete against. Now, they also have to compete with an online copycat.
What the Hell Happened: Media Re-Releases Now Made Possible by AI
The current uses of AI in media re-releases are fundamentally unnecessary and could even be harmful to the art.
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: What the Robbery Can Teach Us About Loss
The unoccupied frames represent a welcoming sense of hope that their former occupants will, one day, be found and repatriated.
The Rise and Renewal of Coffee as an Art Form
The beverage’s role as an accessory to trending aesthetics has persisted.
A History of Solar Eclipses in Art
Art serves as a vehicle for the many feelings spurred by the exceedingly rare and fascinating phenomenon that is a solar eclipse.
Six Ways to Enjoy the Boston Spring Before School Lets Out for the Summer
Here are some affordable spring activities to take advantage of in your few weeks left in Boston.
What the Hell Happened: Bad Karma for JoJo Siwa
At the end of the day, Siwa maintains the same tame, glittery aesthetic she claims she’s breaking out of.
What the Lobster Roll Means to Maine
While tourists may see lobster rolls as an expensive dish, lobstermen see them as a way to keep the lights on throughout the year.
Connecting Boston: Public Art at Rose F. Kennedy Greenway
The exhibitions on the Greenway feature six distinctive works that are spread out throughout the promenade for visitors to discover at their own pace.
Artist Profile: Miss America Madison Marsh on Serving the Nation in Boots and a Crown
Even as she serves as a role model as Miss America or soars through the sky as a pilot, Marsh remains grounded.
Central Perk Review: The One with the Disappointing ‘Friends’ References But Delicious Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
The emphasis on the “Friends” theme and the experience of sharing a big couch with strangers can be overstimulating.
Urban Hearth Review: The Price of Slowing Down and Savoring More
The restaurant’s core farm-to-table values are present in its minimalist and elegant atmosphere.
Baleia Review: Boston’s New Burst of Flavor
Baleia presents the multifaceted Portuguese cuisine while acknowledging the cultures and spices that have influenced its distinctive flavor.
Artist Profile: Sitka, The Great Colorist Behind a Charming Newbury Street Gallery
Sitka, always bold and playing by his own rules, is working towards his dream after building his dream gallery.
Fostering Community Ownership and Unity: Inside CultureHouse’s Union Square Pop-Up
CultureHouse and its pop-ups are an exercise in visibility and representation as much as they’re a means of enhancing local communities.
The Michelin Guide: A Tired Obsession with Perfection
Without the looming presence of the Michelin Guide, restaurants don’t have to be unforgivingly avant-garde, institutional, or world-famous.
Artist Profile: Kwesi James, Professional Trier, Is ‘Not Good at Anything’
With an ambitious yet generous approach to life, James doesn’t take no for an answer and would give nearly anything in the world a try.
So You Want to Listen to a True Crime Podcast
The allure of crime and mystery has captivated human curiosity for ages, constantly leaving consumers yearning for the next gripping tale.
From ‘Dune’ to ‘Barbie’: The Wonders of Method Dressing
In Hollywood, method dressing can transfer the magic of the silver screen to the red carpet and beyond.
What the Hell Happened: Is the Stanley Tumbler Craze Unique?
The Stanley cup trend serves as an indicator for personality, status, and wellbeing — while evidently driving people crazy on the side.
The Price of Fashion: The American Dream Is a Birkin Bag
Fashion has been used throughout history to broadcast various aspects of one’s identity, from social class and cultural background to personality.