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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


A brightly colored drawing, composed of flour, dirt, and flowers.

Evanston artist Indira Johnson advocates peace through collaborative Rangoli drawing

October 17, 2022

Evanston artist and sculptor Indira Johnson offered Chicago Cultural Center visitors an opportunity to engage in an intricate community art project aiming to promote peace, unity and blessings on Friday...

A mural in the Visible / Invisible exhibit. The background is orange

Visible / Invisible exhibit highlights community perspectives on violence

February 13, 2022

More than 150 people flocked to Noyes Cultural Art Center last Friday for the opening of Visible / Invisible, a new exhibit featuring the work of local artists that explores different forms of violence. The...

Art, social justice and community unite in Year of Kindness and Nonviolent Action kickoff

January 27, 2020

Evanston residents, artists and activists kicked off the Year of Kindness and Nonviolent Action, a series of free art programs focused on inclusivity and equity at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center...

Fleetwood Jourdain Community Center. The city has hosted various activities here throughout the pandemic, such as fall camps for students.

Artists, social justice organizations launch citywide art initiative promoting kindness, nonviolence

January 22, 2020

To longtime community artist Indira Johnson, nonviolence is a creative way to get things done. Born in Mumbai and raised in the teachings of Gandhi, Johnson has promoted peace and nonviolence through...

Noyes CTA viaduct. The Public Art Subcommittee discussed possible art installations under the viaduct.

Public Art Committee considers Noyes Street artwork, mural repair

May 8, 2019

During a Tuesday meeting, members of the Public Art Subcommittee considered proposals for an art installation under the Noyes CTA viaduct and voted to propose the repair of three other murals throughout...

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