UMB Council for the Arts & Culture
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Council for the Arts & Culture is a group of faculty, staff, students, and community members appointed by the UMB president whose mission is to promote the rich history of our institution and surrounding neighborhoods and to celebrate the creative talents of the University community, thereby raising awareness of the links between the arts and sciences. Learn more about the Council for the Arts & Culture on “The UMB Pulse” podcast.
Latest Arts and Culture News
Perman Portrait Unveiled in Presidents Hall
February 28, 2023
The official portrait for former UMB President Jay A. Perman, MD, joins that of former President David J. Ramsay, DM, DPhil, in the SMC Campus Center's new Presidents Hall.
West Baltimore Neighbors Swap Stories
December 27, 2022
West Baltimore neighbors develop platonic, intimate connections through experimental storytelling as part of the Sowebo Story Swap.
Second Phase Adds More ‘1807’ Color to Pearl Street
November 7, 2022
Display from second edition of UMB’s art and literary journal illuminates underpass and highlights artistic talent across the University.
B&O Railroad Museum
Known as the birthplace of American railroading, the B&O Railroad Museum gives visitors the chance to experience the story of American railroading at the very place where it began. The Museum is located on the historic grounds of the B&O Railroad’s Mt. Clare shops, houses some of the world’s most important pieces of American railroading history, and offers a range of events, educational programs, tours, and more for visitors of all ages. Start your journey at the B&O Railroad Museum today!
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Highwire Improv
Highwire Improv is a nonprofit whose mission is to steward a community of artists committed to growth, collaboration, joy, and justice — in Baltimore and around the world — through improvisational theater.
Highwire produces improv shows all over the greater Baltimore area and offers classes, workshops, and free community jams for improvisers to meet and learn from one another. It also has a robust applied improv program that helps organizations develop communication, creativity, and collaboration skills.
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