From November 18 to December 28, Espresso Bueno in Barre hosts “The Illustrations of Matthew Pricken.” Visitors can explore the artist’s vivid pen, ink, and watercolor pieces inspired by global travel and the natural environment.

Coastal Mississippi is preparing to host more than 20 Mardi Gras events in 2026, featuring colorful parades, live music, and activities suitable for all ages. Visitors can look forward to a family-friendly atmosphere along the Gulf Coast, blending time-honored Mardi Gras traditions with regional style.

James Taylor and his All-Star Band will help celebrate the 2026 Independence Day weekend at Tanglewood with back-to-back concerts on July 3 and 4. In keeping with a beloved summer tradition, the performances will take place in the Koussevitzky Music Shed for a holiday weekend of classic music.

As 2025 winds down, the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley calls on artists young and old to celebrate the season through its annual First Night Winchester Coloring Contest. The initiative brings a festive flourish to the turn of the year, uniting the community in creative expression.

Northfield’s beloved Archer House inn burned down in late 2020, leaving behind more than just charred walls. Years later, the community still wrestles with how to replace a piece of Main Street history that was central to the town’s identity.

Italy’s allure draws countless travelers each year, and Tivoli has been offering escape for over two millennia. Renowned travel expert Rick Steves recalls how the country’s charm—from crowded buses to historic getaways—continues to captivate visitors, reflecting Italy’s enduring enchantment.

In the wake of a $100 million jewelry heist, the Louvre faces another crisis: a water pipe leak that released a “flood of dirty water.” The leak, discovered on November 26, delivered serious damage to the museum’s Egyptian antiquities library.

Benin City has evolved from the historic Kingdom of Benin into a bustling metropolis in Nigeria. A newly established Museum of West African Art serves as a cultural beacon, underscoring the city’s growth and its break from a colonial legacy.

Kevin Crawford’s devotion to Irish music began in his teens, leading him to move from England to Ireland at just 19. Now, he brings his passion for authentic Irish tunes to Barre, Vermont, for a solstice celebration that promises a vibrant cultural showcase.

Two months after securing Buffalo’s historic Dun Building, McGuire Development is set to transform the 130-year-old landmark into a mixed-use, residential-focused project. This adaptive reuse effort seeks to revitalize the city’s first high-rise and breathe new life into downtown Buffalo.

For the 38th consecutive year, the Queens Historical Society is welcoming visitors to its Historic Holiday House Tour. From a festive trolley ride to historic sites such as the Voelker Orth Museum and Bowne House, this beloved tradition brings seasonal inspiration and local heritage to life in Flushing.

Rashid Johnson unveils his largest exhibition to date, marking his first solo presentation in the southwestern United States and his first major museum survey. “A Poem for Deep Thinkers” captures the scope and ambition of this renowned contemporary artist’s career in one defining show.

In Oslo, a striking tiger statue stands guard at the train station, an enduring symbol of a city once considered wild by 19th-century visitors. Known as “Tiger City,” Norway’s capital seamlessly blends natural beauty, cultural attractions, and a storied past that intrigues modern-day travelers.

In her first solo exhibition, Maya Perry explores the symbolic power of beds as a platform for both creative reverie and unsettling scenarios. Through paintings, drawings, a sculpture, and one animated short, she offers a glimpse into a world where rest, fear, and metamorphosis intertwine.

Tucked away on the back porch of the Floral City Heritage Museum and Country Store is an old cypress wood rowboat, thought to date back to the late 1940s or early 1950s. Believed to be made by a Brooksville shipwright, this humble vessel now stands as a tangible reminder of a bygone era.

A startling theft at the Paris Louvre has cast a fresh spotlight on a series of historic robberies dating back centuries. From attempts on England’s crown jewels to countless unsolved conspiracies worldwide, these events reveal how desperation and ambition feed our ongoing fascination with grand heists.

A newly reopened Frick Collection in April 2025 has welcomed curator Giulio Dalvit, whose work transcends centuries of artistic achievement. From fifteenth-century Italian sculpture to contemporary art, Dalvit’s vision is reshaping how visitors experience the museum’s evolving galleries.

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel is set to host Fusion Art Week and No Vacancy as a highlight of Miami Art Week 2025. From high-fashion showcases to immersive art installations, visitors can expect an unforgettable cultural experience.

At Buffalo AKG’s new “Dine In” exhibit, food—whether a towering Eggo waffle or a chicken wing in mid-bite—demands closer attention. Each work urges visitors to consider the everyday act of eating as more than just a habit, posing the question: “Is the unexamined plate worth eating?”

Tucked away in Ireland’s Golden Vale, Tipperary has quietly blossomed into a destination worth global attention. Named by Lonely Planet this year, it embodies luxury, lineage, and local charm that’s drawing new admirers to the region.

Carrie Underwood, Creed, and Shinedown are slated to headline the 2026 Field of Dreams music festival in Iowa. Building on the inaugural event’s $11.2 million economic boost, organizers are aiming for another successful year.