festivals and events
Easter Bunny gets “special eggs-emption” to travel in Western AustraliaApr 3, 2020 • 1 min read
With various travel restrictions worldwide, one child asks "what does this mean for the Easter Bunny?"
Art and Culture
historyNational Orchestra of France put on a haunting virtual performance of a classical favouriteApr 3, 2020 • 2 min read
They may be stuck at home during lockdown but that didn't stop musicians from the National Orchestra of France putting on a powerful performance for…
public transportTake a virtual tour of the fascinating history and architecture of the Moscow MetroApr 3, 2020 • 1 min read
You can check out the history and beauty of Moscow Metro's Soviet and modern Russian architecture online.
historyGrammy Museum wants to teach you to make videos, create beats, and appreciate music historyApr 3, 2020 • 2 min read
The Grammy Museum has introduced a slate of educational programming to keep fans and aspiring artists entertained.
artThousands of people recreated their favorite works of art for an online challenge, and we can't get enoughApr 3, 2020 • 3 min read
As Los Angeles’s J. Paul Getty Museum discovered with a recent social media challenge, creativity doesn’t necessarily require outside stimuli.
historyEurovision is cancelled but we can still enjoy the one-off special Europe Shine A LightApr 2, 2020 • 2 min read
This year’s cancelled Eurovision Song Contest will be replaced by a new show, Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light, to be broadcast on Saturday 16 May.
booksDolly Parton wants to read you a bedtime storyApr 2, 2020 • 2 min read
Over past few decades, Dolly Parton has delivered millions of books to youngsters around the world, and now she’ll be taking her literacy mission one step…
artCould airplane windows be stained glass in the future?Apr 2, 2020 • 2 min read
A clever designer has shared an invention that transforms airplane windows into a piece of stained glass art.
artNew York unveils 'powerful' Hurricane Maria memorialApr 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Puerto Rico-based Cardona and Martorell Named as Architect-Artist Team for Monument to Stand in Battery Park City
filmThis Parisian district looks like its still 1942 thanks to an abandoned film setApr 1, 2020 • 2 min read
With lockdowns and travel restrictions in place due to COVID-19, filming has shut down on a historical movie.
tvSee the USA from above as Smithsonian Channel releases episodes of Aerial AmericaApr 1, 2020 • 2 min read
Smithsonian Channel has made nearly 70 episodes of its ground-breaking series Aerial America available for free to view online.
artNever been to the Bolshoi? For the first time it's live streaming some of its most iconic balletsMar 31, 2020 • 2 min read
The Bolshoi Theatre has announced it will stream six of its most famous performances on YouTube to help lift people's spirits during the coronavirus outbreak
historyA security guard has taken over the National Cowboy Museum's social media – and has become quite a sensationMar 31, 2020 • 1 min read
Amidst coronavirus-related public closures, a museum employee has become a beloved social media sensation.
artVan Gogh painting is stolen from Dutch museumMar 30, 2020 • 1 min read
A Dutch museum has confirmed that a Vincent van Gogh painting was stolen from the institution in the early hours of Monday morning.
artEntertain the kids (and yourself) with these free coloring pages from museums and librariesMar 30, 2020 • 1 min read
Those who enjoy coloring books or people with children to keep occupied might be grateful for this artistic initiative.
musicBeatles' Abbey Road crossing repainted during London lockdownMar 30, 2020 • 1 min read
The Abbey Road crosswalk made famous by the Beatles’ 1969 album cover has been repainted since tourists have all but disappeared during London’s…
historyVisit Bristol and see Bansky's street art, virtually!Mar 27, 2020 • 3 min read
Experience the city of Bristol and the work of famous street artist, Banksy, through these podcasts, playlists and virtual tours - from your sofa!
musicBored in self-isolation? Why not learn Korean online with K-pop band BTSMar 27, 2020 • 2 min read
Popular Korean band BTS has launched an online video series designed to teach Korean to the world.
historyExplore 800 works associated with Frida Kahlo through this Google exhibitMar 26, 2020 • 2 min read
Explore more than 800 works associated with Frida Kahlo through an interactive online exhibition
historyFill your evenings with free Shakespeare, opera and ballet via this streaming serviceMar 26, 2020 • 1 min read
Online channel Marquee TV has launched a free 30-day trial of its multi-genre performing arts initiative.
tvStuck inside? Feeling anxious? These 'Slow TV' travel videos could be the answerMar 25, 2020 • 2 min read
Could watching an eight-hour live-stream of a train journey help you relax and feel less anxious? Norwegians seem to think so.
historyThe restoration of Notre Dame is on hold due to the coronavirus outbreakMar 24, 2020 • 2 min read
Work has stopped on the famous French landmark, which suffered devastating damage during an April 2019 fire.