Plus, Unlocking Everyday Creativity, the Historic Shaw Art Fair and More
Max Beckmann: An exiled artist in St. Louis
German painter Max Beckmann came to America in the mid-1940s and settled in St. Louis, teaching at Washington University School of Fine Arts. His controversial collection can be seen at the St. Louis Art Museum. HEC Media explores how the exiled artist came to St, Louis and, ultimately, how the museum ended up with one of the largest collections of his works in the world.
The Bricks that Built St. Louis
In this episode of History Spotlight, learn why the Hill neighborhood is responsible for the bricks that built St. Louis.
Chemistry in the Classroom
Area high school teachers gain firsthand experience in science labs at WashU, with the opportunity to implement a lesson field test or pilot at their schools.
Unlocking Everyday Creativity
Creativity isn’t just for artists—it’s for everyone. Discover practical ways to spark inspiration, break routines, and fuel your creative potential daily.
Historic Shaw Art Fair
For over 30 years the Historic Shaw Art Fair has provided the community with a family friendly event featuring artists from around the US and here in St. Louis.
Voices at Bellefontaine
Voices at Bellefontaine is a series of short plays that explore St. Louis history through the experiences of six individuals interred at the cemetery.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
This week on Spotlight STL: the world’s largest collection of works by Max Beckmann, one of the greatest German painters of the 20th century—right here at the St. Louis Art Museum. Explore how the new Washington University School of Public Health is at the forefront of tackling youth suicide. Learn how the Saint Louis University football team helped shape the game as we know it today. Get a sneak peek of the upcoming Historic Shaw Art Fair. The voices of Bellefontaine Cemetery come to life in a series of unique live performances.
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