Celebrating Unity, Creativity, and Equity: The Partnership of 18th & Vine Arts Festival and Troost Market Collective
Kansas City is about to witness a remarkable fusion of history, art, and community. We are thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership between the 18th & Vine Arts Festival and Troost Market Collective for this year's artful extravaganza set in the heart of Kansas City.
Bridging the Past and Present
Our commitment to the 18th & Vine Arts Festival has always been to celebrate and spotlight the rich art, history, and culture of people of the African diaspora. Rooted in the legendary 18th & Vine district, we are determined to echo the profound impact Black art has imprinted on the world.
Enter Troost Market Collective, a beacon of inspiration, determined to create equitable opportunities for creative entrepreneurs. With their unwavering mission for equity and their passion for nurturing a diverse community hub of creativity, our partnership is an embodiment of unity and progress.
Troost Market Collective: Equity in Action
For those unfamiliar, Troost Market Collective is more than just an organization. They represent a movement, a relentless stride towards creating equitable economic opportunities. They envision a world where creativity and expression are the heartbeats of a community where everyone, irrespective of their background, is empowered.
Collaboration forms the core of their values, utilizing it as a potent tool to strengthen communities.
They cherish the density of creative ideas that boost financial stability, especially in historically blighted neighborhoods.
Their mission underlines community preservation through diverse economic channels, ensuring mobility, and fostering entrepreneurial opportunities.
Above all, they champion equitable development and entrepreneurship, seeding the foundations of a vibrant, thriving community.
An Invitation to Unity
Together, the 18th & Vine Arts Festival and Troost Market Collective extend an invitation. We invite you to immerse in a celebration of culture, creativity, and unity. With the synergy of our joint vision, we aim to foster an inclusive arts environment, uplift the invaluable contributions of Black artists, and provide a platform that ensures that the narrative of the African diaspora shines, now and always.
Join us in this cultural renaissance in Kansas City. Let's make history, create art, and build a future of equity and unity.
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© 2023, 18th & Vine Arts Festival & Troost Market Collective
