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St. Louis is an arts town – endlessly creative and enjoyably gritty. A welcoming, memorable place that’s easy to get to but hard to leave. It draws you in, urging you to get up close and uncover the unordinary. Here, we celebrate self-expression and encourage all to come as they are. There’s something for everyone in St. Louis. StLouisArts.org is your guide to find your vibe. Now, come see what you’ve been missing.
Where the Locals Go: St. Louis' Best Neighborhood Music Venues
Explore the city like a local and discover St. Louis's best underground music venues and find your next favorite band.
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People Make the Place
Go behind the scenes with St. Louis artists, and see how they’re building a community around creativity. MORE

Artist Q&A: Tracy (T-Spirit) Stanton
Tracy (T-Spirit) Stanton is an award-winning international spoken word artist, trainer, workshop facilitator, community organizer, peacemaker, and certified well-being coach.

Krewes and Creativity: The Annual Party in St. Louis’ Streets Known as Soulard Mardi Gras
Since the late 80s, Soulard Mardi Gras has cultivated a culture of good vibes with shiny beads, creative costumes and artistic floats, and vibrant music that turn the St. Louis streets into a dance floor.

Community in Different Forms: Meet St. Louis Artist Mee Jey
St. Louis artist Mee Jey uses an array of mediums and approaches in her art, all centering around one main theme: community.
Much Love For Local Music
Dive into St. Louis’ diverse, vibrant music scene. Featuring local artists and bands, from new hits to the classics.