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Scottsdale Arts Connections Blog
Whether you’re looking for an escape or a chance to celebrate our shared humanity, we want to help you make those connections and share moments full of light, beauty, and contemplation.
Center History, Part 1
This four-part blog series tells the story of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, beginning with a trip back in time through the history of the city itself and how that led to the venue we love today.
Smart Art!
This fall, explore how art connects to the mind through two thought-provoking exhibitions at Scottsdale Civic Center—Janet Towbin: Meditative Mindscapes and Brains and Beauty: At the Intersection of Art and Neuroscience—inviting visitors to discover the calming, curious, and cognitive power of art.
Phillip K. Smith III
Artist Phillip K. Smith III brings his signature blend of light, form, and architectural scale to north Scottsdale with TRI-HEX-CIRC—a 50-foot steel sculpture that transforms with the desert sun and redefines the roundabout as a space for art and reflection.
Wendy’s 30 Years at Scottsdale Arts
From watching the Scottsdale Center for the Arts being built as a teen to curating public art citywide, Wendy Raisanen’s lifelong journey with Scottsdale Arts reflects a deep passion for creativity, community, and conservation.
Bollinger Atelier pt. 2
Bollinger Atelier continues to shape the future of public art by providing hands-on internships and career pathways for ASU and SCC students, fostering local talent and strengthening Arizona’s creative economy.