City Mosaic

10/02/2023

Have you watched the full Every Single Thing 413 show featuring our latest artistic addition to downtown Springfield, Massachusetts? Enjoy this little clip from the interview filmed at the new studio located at One Financial Plaza. Learn everything you want to know about the new mural and what could be next.

09/21/2023

A whimsical way to show Springfield pride. These new Massachusetts RMV license plates are great!

09/12/2023

Thank you Ruth Carter for your creativity and grace. You are an inspiration to many.

https://www.masslive.com/galleries/CSBCIVTF7ZENFENR7IGGUM2HO4/?fbclid=IwAR1LwD6VkIRkRQEzi6DhQv13Pl7khLT29zoOUk5XnzVp_Bn3Uv5Cg-K10KY_aem_AZKHY8YB0J-hSuRol9juVLOmV-ekLIDX40xCFcTlJ3ag47iuNsffUX5gwZyHyThnN98&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

The award winning American film costume designer is a Springfield hometown hero

07/14/2023

Making progress on the Skyplex building mural!!

07/13/2023

We are thrilled to invite you to a special opening concert to kick off the 2023 Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival outside at the Student Prince at 7 PM on Thursday, July 20. Jam out to the sweet Caribbean sounds of The Garifuna Collective, a globally recognized group of musicians who have performed in over 30 countries across 5 continents. Then get ready to continue the Jazz Festival festivities July 21-22nd!! Learn more https://springfieldjazzfest.com/

07/05/2023

Skyplex building mural is coming along! Thank you to artists John Simpson, Susan Riano and Madden Sterrett. 🎨

06/21/2023

We are so appreciative of the donations we receive that help us beautify our City and help bring people downtown to enjoy culture, art, dining, entertainment and more. If you would like to donate to our next mural project, please use the link below. Thank you again for your contribution and support.

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W57MTG7ZJYFXN

06/16/2023

Proud of our City! 🌈 🌈

“I truly believe the city has this really new energy and the city of Springfield is actually becoming very innovative,” said Taurean Bethea, founder and CEO of Springfield PRIDE Parade. “It’s just gonna make the city look good, and it’s going to make people of the LGBTQ+ community just feel supported and feel as if they are seen. And that is one of our greatest missions as an organization.”

Several Pride crosswalks will be installed in downtown Springfield to celebrate Pride Month.

06/15/2023

The LINEUP for the 2023 🎶Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival🎶 is out & it’s absolute 🔥 🔥!

Brace yourself for a mind-blowing fusion of jazz, soul, funk, hip hop, & every genre in the African Diaspora - that makes your heart skip a beat. We've curated an electric lineup that will have you on your feet, dancing like there's no tomorrow!

But wait, there's more! Alongside the awe-inspiring performances, we have a lineup of exhilarating festival activities that will keep you entertained from dawn till dusk. Indulge in tantalizing culinary delights, explore vibrant artisan markets, & join captivating workshops that will expand your artistic & social justice horizons.

July 21 - July 22 - gather your squad, spread the word, share this post, register for the event, & make sure you’re ready for this artisan Renaissance.

The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival, since its inception, has been brought to you by the nonprofit Blues to Green. With the help of our generous sponsors, we have been able to continue to produce this free event.

If you’re interested in donating to , make sure to check the donation options on the registration page (link in the comments)! Also make sure to register for this year’s Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival!

06/15/2023

The mural on the corner of Stearns Square and Bridge Street (on the side of the Skyplex building) has begun. This is part of the City's Public Mural Program that is an initiative to help beautify our city and neighborhoods with the goal of the mural and art becoming a placemaker that helps create a sense of place in the cultural district of