Milwaukee artist Crystal Montgomery reuses denim and other fabrics to create vibrant figures, portraits and more.
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Jonathan Aguilar is a photojournalist as well as a Report for America corps member and Catchlight Local fellow. Before coming to Milwaukee, he spent two years as a photographer at one of America’s oldest daily newspapers, The Blade, in Toledo, Ohio. Aguilar grew up in the Chicago suburbs. He earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from DePaul University and his master’s degree from the Medill School of Journalism.
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Sherman Park then and now: The faces of the neighborhood
Ten years after the police involved shooting of Sylville Smith sparked an uprising in the Sherman Park neighborhood, we asked residents to reflect on what they remember from that time, and how they would like their neighborhood to be remembered today.
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Ramel and Ellia Ana Hill celebrate their Black and Puerto Rican cultures through art and storytelling
It’s been more than two decades since illustrators Ramel and Ellia Ana Hill met at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. Art continues to be how they tell their stories, celebrate their cultures and raise their six children.
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Milwaukee celebrates Hank Aaron with mural at Clinton Rose Senior Center
Henry “Hank” Aaron’s legacy and the 50th anniversary of his 755th home run were honored Monday in Milwaukee.
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Squire Robinson leads a new generation of Milwaukee artists with his distinctly bold style
The young Milwaukee artist creates paintings with rich colors and powerful Black figures.
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Milwaukee’s 55th Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and celebration in photos
Marching bands, dance teams, vendors, and local and state leaders filled Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on Friday, June 19, for Milwaukee’s 55th Juneteenth Jubilee Parade and celebration.
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Mariah Tyakohelahthè Diaz is helping carry Oneida beading traditions into the next generation
Oneida beadwork artist Mariah Tyakohelahthè Diaz celebrates her Native American identity while preserving cultural traditions through her business, Ostalókwa by Mariah.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center celebrates 50 years
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 1531 W. Vliet St., hosted its 50th Anniversary Celebration on June 6. The celebration featured remarks by elected officials, tours of the center, live music and activities for children.
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Black Birders Week brings community together at Havenwoods State Forest
Birders and nature enthusiasts of color gathered May 30 at Havenwoods State Forest for a community celebration.
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Milwaukee’s Culture Makers highlights the creatives who are shaping our city
Muralists, chefs, drummers and other creatives of color are illuminating the pulse of their communities. We’re shining more light on them through our ongoing series.