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Community Spotlight: Art Ventures and Washington County Court

KUAF | By Pete Hartman

Published August 22, 2023 at 3:56 PM CDT

Art Ventures - a nonprofit dedicated to local artist representation, art education, and community collaborations – now has a partnership with the Washington County Court. This partnership aims to positively impact the lives of court-involved youth through enriching art workshops. Art Ventures has engaged masters-level students to lead these innovative workshops in collaboration with the University of Arkansas School of Art. Pete speaks with Executive Director Lakeshia Edwards.

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