Farm to Field: Echoes of Home — Opening Night Reflections

Farm to Field: Echoes of Home — Opening Night Reflections

A look inside the opening of Mission Belonging’s new exhibition by Belena Stuart‑Marquez at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, exploring the landscapes, memories, and stories that shape us.Last week, Mission Belonging premiered Farm to Field: Echoes of Home, a new...

Art Saves Lives: Writing Towards Recovery by Monica Pernia Marin

Art Saves Lives: Writing Towards Recovery by Monica Pernia Marin

My father was not a good person. Before he died, his partner contacted me to ask for medical advice, financial help, and a goodbye video call. I don’t recall another time when I felt so conflicted. Torn between respecting my boundaries and having compassion for...