IHOBF is working to enrich young lives by taking Action for the Arts® in communities across the nation. Please see below for information about IHOBF activity in Boston for the 2011/2012 program year. Be sure to check back periodically for updates.
Drawing Us Together
Drawing Us Together 2012, a visual arts exhibit and competition, invites 6th through 12th grade students to create original artworks inspired by the 2012 theme: The Arts Inspire Hope. In creating their artworks, students are encouraged to consider how the arts can inspire hope in challenging times and difficult circumstances. Exhibits will take place at House of Blues Boston Foundation Room from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Thursday, June 7, and online at actionforthearts.org. Click here for more information.
Action for the Arts Instruments, Arts Resources, and Grants Program
Public schools and non-profit organizations located in Boston may be eligible to apply for musical instruments, arts resources and grants to support music and arts instructional programs for youth. Applications for the 2012/2013 program year (September 1, 2012, through June 30, 2013) will be accepted from May 1 through July 13, 2012. Click here for more information.
Blues SchoolHouse
Blues SchoolHouse (BSH) programming including the live BSH musical program and Visual Arts Workshops are currently being scheduled for the 2011/2012 school year (September – June). Registration is required. Space is filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Use the links below to access full program information and application materials or call 617.960.8380.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
The Third Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration took place Friday, January 13, at House of Blues Boston. Participating school groups used the words of Dr. King as an inspiration for creating performance pieces that celebrated his life and accomplishments and explored how his principles and philosophies continue to influence contemporary life. Click here to see highlights from the celebration.
Online Resources
Visit the IHOBF online Learning Center for Blues SchoolHouse, Cultural Journeys, and other programming resources.
Questions
Please email ihobfboston@livenation.com if you have questions or require additional information.