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Beautiful Art of Downtown Las Vegas

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Every time I'm in Las Vegas, I marvel at the wonderful art there is around the city. There's almost nowhere as packed with the variety of art, be it wall murals, sculptures, signs, there is in the downtown area of Las Vegas. Not every piece of art is an intentional work of traditional art.

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Winter Activities to Escape the Cold

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Portland Night Market - Once a month, a ton of local artists descend on a big warehouse in town and sell their amazing wares: homemade jewelry, jams, clothing, art, and more. Interactive Art Attractions/Exhibits I love when I can enjoy art in a completely different way. We just got a new venue in Portland, called Hopscotch.

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Where to Travel for Black History

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I've learned so much by just doing things I normally do on vacation: enjoying art, architecture, fashion, and food. Black History may get a whole month, but you can actually learn about Black History all year and traveling is a great way to do that. a house museum dedicated to the legacy of free people of color.

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5 Affordable Valentine's Travel Destinations

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If you are brave enough to go outside, walk the Magnificent Mile, take photos in front of the Bean, see some outdoor art, and enjoy Lurie Garden in Millennium Park. All of these things are free, so you can spend money on dining out. Check out Eater's list of best heated patios in the city.

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Black Entertainment History at the Academy Museum

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The best temporary exhibit, of the few they have in their 3 floors of art, was one called Regeneration, an exhibit of Black entertainers through history, much of which included a lot of racist tropes and images. There's even a large portion of an exhibit that celebrates the movie Casablanca. Make sure to plan for at least 3 hours.

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5 Budget Destinations for May

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I've written quite a few posts about The Big Easy, but if you're looking for free or cheap things to do, walk along the water and see some history and outdoor art/statues/sculptures at Woldenberg Riverfront Park, enjoy a ton of street musicians including the Jazz Museum's free concert series on Tuesdays, go to The Sazerac House to learn about (and (..)

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Apps to Learn Back History On Your Travels

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You can also order items from black-owned businesses that sell everything from art to beauty products. when you love the art, but the artist is problematic, or vice versa). Discover restaurants, clubs, boutique shops and more where you can support the community either at home or away.

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