The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art will be offering an Artists and Climate Change Incubator with Chantal Bilodeau of The Arctic Cycle (NYC). The program, which will include interdisciplinary conversations, interaction with exhibits, film and workshops will be held November 21-24. The Incubator is an intensive workshop for artists, activists, scientists, citizens and educators interested in engaging, or furthering their engagement with, climate change through the arts. Intended for an intimate working group, it provides a space for focused reflection, exchange of ideas, learning from other fields, and expanding possibilities beyond traditional forms and venues. Elizabeth Doud, The Ringling’s Currie-Kohlman Curator of Performance and organizer of the event said “This is a unique and transformational experience at the crossroads of environment and culture with facilitated dialogues, practical exercises, exhibits, walks and film at the museum and botanical gardens of The Ringling.  During this three and a half day intensive, participants interact with accomplished guest speakers from fields such as environmental humanities, climate science, climate change activism, and visual and performing arts.” Lead by the co-founder of the groundbreaking Climate Change Theatre Action, Chantal Bilodeau, work sessions allow everyone to dig deep into the challenges and concerns of working at the intersection of arts and climate change. Discussions will explore embracing activism without sacrificing personal vision and artistic integrity, letting go of the idea of "product," and bringing the arts to nontraditional audiences.

The cost for the multiday event is $250, $225 for Members and $125 for Students. Full museum admission is included with the Incubator and parking is free. Additional information and tickets may be found here.