Gone Dishin’ For ARTE! New Haven, Connecticut

“As a member of the Board of Directors of the Arts Council of Greater New Haven, Danny Diaz (formerly of the Regional Water Authority and currently a parent advocate at New Haven Board of Education; at left in photo) was often heard in lamentation about the lack of attention to minority artists and low levels of audience participation. His frustration was shared by David Greco (marketing director for Tweed New Haven Airport; at right in photo). They attempted to shepherd some special events, utilizing the staff support of established organizations; although the general community acclaimed the success of these initiatives, they were too small and that exposure was too seldom to ensure the enthusiasm and sustainability that were their goals. It was then, they knew, that they had to establish their own nonprofit organization dedicated to “promoting Latino art and culture throughout the state.” Founded in 2004, ARTE celebrated the grand opening of its permanent new gallery space and offices at 19 Grand Ave. (If you cross the bridge, you have gone too far!)”

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