Born from school budget cuts in 1980, Arts Outreach continues to bring theater, music, and visual arts directly to Santa Ynez Valley students.

Why it matters: Experts stress that art builds fine motor skills, problem-solving, and emotional regulation, making it a key part of child development. Where to start: Simple, repeatable setups—like a ...

Josh Groban at ‘Only Make Believe’ GALA. Photo Credit: Bruce Glikas. Grammy-nominated singer and actor Josh Groban spoke with members of the media on the red carpet of the “Only Make Believe” GALA, ...

Encouraging a child to learn a musical instrument is beneficial in multiple ways. USA Today Network Whether it’s music, dance, or theater your child is passionate about, expressing themselves in a ...

Many museums around the country have had children’s programs for years — but they are on the rise now more than ever. By Shivani Vora This article is part of our Museums special section about how ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kate Cassada shares and makes sense of K-12 education practices. Research affirms the powerful ways creative expression can help ...

Donald Trump has big plans for schools in his second term, which include gutting the Department of Education. His proposals have major implications for public school funding, and you can bet that arts ...

Children’s Creative Project celebrates four decades of art, culture, and community while supporting arts education across Santa Barbara County ...

Chen Po-I, “River Lab” (2025) (photo by Toudao Films, courtesy the Taoyuan Museum of Fine Arts) For the first time, the Taoyuan Museum of Fine Arts and the National Gallery Singapore have come ...

Our communities are in crisis. Economic, environmental and political uncertainty are intensifying by the day, and while adults struggle to navigate this reality, our children are caught in the middle.