ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 20, 2024) — We are thrilled to announce the return of the Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of the Quad Cities for its second year. Join us from June 6-9, 2024, as we celebrate the rich and diverse narratives of the Black Diaspora through the art of film. The festival will kick off with an opening ceremony and filmmaker meet-and-greet on June 6 at The Last Picture House in Davenport.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 2, 2024) Art has a remarkable ability to bring people together, transform communities, inspire creativity, and foster a sense of identity and pride. Thanks to you, Quad City Arts has been dedicated to creating an art-centric community for over 50 years. 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 18, 2024) — Art Academy is excited to announce the opening of registration for its 2024 Summer Camps. Pat Bereskin (Art Academy Executive Director) and studio staff have put together over sixty camps/seminars in drawing, writing, painting, ceramics, fashion, illustration, and more.

DES MOINES, IOWA (February 28, 2024) — March is Iowa History Month and the State Historical Society of Iowa is encouraging Iowans of all ages to learn more about Iowa’s past through programs, tours and other activities.

Every year, this statewide tradition offers new opportunities for Iowans to learn more about the people, places, and points of pride that have influenced their communities, state, country, and, in many cases, the entire world.