Nine high school students from across Alaska compete for the state Poetry Out Loud championship and for place in the national finals in Washington, D.C.
Special Arts Programs
Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities 2016
Live broadcast of the Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities 2016 from the Juneau Arts & Culture Center. Thursday January 28, 2016.
Poetry Out Loud 2015
The National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation have partnered with U.S. state arts agencies to support Poetry Out Loud, a contest that encourages the nation’s youth to learn about great poetry through memorization and recitation. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary heritage.
Carrot Beer
Alaska Governor Bill Walker recently stated Carrot Beer would be a great idea for the Alaska economy. At Wearable Art 2015, Scott, Allison, and a very special guest found out what happens when you cross Mat-Su carrots and Alaskan beer…
Artist Profile: Bobbi McCutcheon
The theme for the Wearable Art Extravaganza in 2015 was“Juxtaposition” and artists prepared for months. This was artist Bobbi McCutcheon’s fourth year – her pieces can take up to a year to create and are made by hand, one bead at a time.
Artist Profile: Michelle Morris
The Juneau Arts and Humanities Council’s 2015 Wearable Art show had the theme”Juxtaposition” and artists prepared for months. Scott Burton caught up with artist Michelle Morris and produced this video profile.