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President Grant on GBH’s The Culture Show: The Art of Democracy

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In her monthly appearance on GBH’s The Culture Show, MassArt President Mary Grant joined host Jared Bowen to discuss the intersections of art, design, and democracy.

Their conversation highlighted current initiatives across the arts and culture community, including the upcoming Fall of Freedom protest, and how artists use their work to spotlight urgent issues and foster understanding.

President Grant explored how arts and culture strengthen communities in countless ways — from museum exhibitions and public art to local farmers markets, restaurants, theater, and music. Across these spaces, creativity brings people together, fosters dialogue across differences, and sparks joy.

Listen to President Grant’s segment beginning at 20:45.

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