Os Gemeos mural commissioned by ICA Boston for Dewey Square To outsiders, Boston is known for its colonial history, sports fandom, and unruly population of college students. But for residents, Boston’s growing art scene helps the city hold on to its heritage, as well as supports the constant creative churning that makes it a dynamic place to live. In fact, it was a Wellesley College professor who brought the study of modernism in painting to New York’s Museum of Modern Art. So we all know about the biggies—Boston Ballet, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston Symphony Orchestra. They get a lot of column inches devoted to their big-budget projects in all the major publications. But what about cutting-edge creativity? In a city of art schools and some of the finest gallery space around, there is plenty to explore if you know where to look. Here are just a few… Read More
