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Levitt AMP Community Spotlight: Colusa, California
A small and vibrant community of approximately 6,000 people that takes great pride in its agricultural heritage, Colusa, California is surrounded by fertile fields that have long been the backbone of its economy. Located in Colusa County, which was founded in 1850 as one of the first counties in the state and originally home to…
Levitt AMP Community Spotlight: Hāna, Hawaii
Hāna is a tiny enclave on the eastern coast of the Hawaiian island of Maui that has a unique culture shaped by its profound isolation. A two-hour drive along the breathtakingly scenic yet treacherous Hāna Highway with its 620 curves and 59 bridges, is the only way to reach this Hawaiian community of 1,900 residents….
Levitt AMP Community Spotlight: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
More than 300 years ago, French explorers traveling up the Mississippi River spotted a 30-foot tall red pole that marked the border between the hunting grounds of two native tribes. The area around it became known as Baton Rouge (“red stick” in French) and developed into a city of more than 225,000 people that’s today…
Levitt AMP Community Spotlight: Batesville, Arkansas
The small town of Batesville has several local claims to fame: It’s the oldest existing town in Arkansas, the Christmas capital of Arkansas, and home to a respected liberal arts college. This year, it joins the ranks of Levitt AMP grantees, having kicked off its Thursday night concert series in May. “Batesville is a very…
Levitt National Tour Artist La Santa Cecilia Comes Full Circle
Levitt AMP Community Spotlight: Cumberland, Maryland
Cumberland, Maryland, is a community steeped in history. Located on the banks of the Potomac River across from West Virginia, and sitting along the famed Cumberland Road through the Appalachian Mountains, the city played an important role in the development of Colonial America. Serving as a key gateway for western migration during the early years…
Sustainability in the Spotlight at Levitt Venues and AMP Concert Sites
April is Earth Month, an important annual reminder to celebrate and protect this planet we call home. Whether that’s by recycling, choosing reusable over single-use items, or deploying energy-efficient LED lights, small steps add up to create a greener world. Here at the Levitt Foundation, we’re committed to building healthy, equitable, and thriving communities with…
Free Levitt Concerts Return Across the Country
The days are getting longer, the air is getting warmer, and all across the country communities are getting ready to present another exhilarating season of free music under the stars. This year, more than 650+ free Levitt concerts will be presented in 41 towns and cities—strengthening our social fabric, amplifying local pride, injecting joy into…
Artists Who Inspire
Welcome to Artists Who Inspire! This newly-launched social media series features phenomenal artists who embody Levitt’s core value of inclusivity—that music is for everyone, for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and gender identities. These artists use their platforms for social good and to raise awareness. Scroll down to learn more about the artists spotlighted…
