Culture
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The Soul of Newburyport’s Artist Shanties Seems Lost
Some artists believe the Chamber of Commerce’s handling of the shanties, including moving them to a new location, isn’t in the best interest of the artists or community.
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If We’re Not Careful, the Next Generation Might Grow Up in a City Without Character
Store turnover and “vulture capitalism” are producing a city that doesn’t resemble the one we grew up in. Is this a natural evolution, or a sign of cultural erosion?
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Now That the Pink House is Gone, We Need a New Local Landmark. Nominations Are Open!
The Pink House was Newburyport’s most recognizable landmark, and the one most often represented in art. Now that it’s gone, what will replace it?
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To Make Newburyport Affordable Again, Turn Back the Clock to the Decaying 1950s Downtown
Downtown Newburyport should revert back to the aesthetic that ignites nostalgia in so many residents: the pre-revitalization mid-century.
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The Mystery of Plum Island’s Unofficial Anthem
In the 1980s, an unofficial Plum Island anthem emerged. It remains a hallowed piece of island history to this day.
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You Can Find Community and Friendship in Unlikely “Third Places” Around Town
Third Spaces are places for community bonding and connection. They’re places like libraries, bars, gymss, and bookstores, and you can find them all around town.
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Finding Community on Plum Island as a Colombian Immigrant
As an immigrant, adapting to life on Plum Island comes with unique challenges you might not expect.