In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Kristin Rapp, Executive Director of Flower City Arts Center, to explore the transformative power of art in therapeutic work, community healing, and education.

We discuss the center's innovative arts programs for middle school students, veterans, and young entrepreneurs, highlighting the importance of art in addressing community needs and social justice movements.

Kris shares personal experiences growing up in a family of educators and the impact it had on their passion for teaching arts. We delve into the challenges and successes of integrating arts and technology into education and the importance of providing more diverse arts programs in schools.

Join us as we discuss the positive impact of arts integration on mental health, the need for increased community resources, and the significance of recognizing and supporting teaching artists. Tune in to hear heartwarming success stories of former students and Kristin's vision for creating a hub for creative entrepreneurship and healing in the community.

Learn more about Flower City Arts Center and the work Kris does there at https://flowercityarts.org.

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Some funding for this episode was provided by Genesee Valley Council on the Arts and New York State Council on the Arts.Additional information about this podcast, and links to video and audio versions of this episode can be found at Brush With Knowledge.

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Teaching artist organizations that partner with this production are:
Teaching Artists ROC
Teaching Artists of the Mid Atlantic

This podcast has been recorded at Roc Vox Recording And Production.