Dianna Bell

Plus, a drag cabaret and a multidisciplinary livestreamed play.

Plus, a massive display of American flags for Memorial Day and New Rep’s New Voices Theatre Festival.

Plus, a chamber orchestra performance celebrating Pride Month and a world premier from Guerilla Opera.

These artists of color are leaving their imprint on Massachusetts and elevating their artforms.

Plus, Latinx Heritage Night at the MFA and the annual open studios in Roxbury.

Plus, the return of the musical “SIX” and the world premiere of Boston Opera Collaborative’s “Love in the Time Of…”

Plus, SpeakEasy Stage Company’s production of “Fairview” and the Somerville Writers & Readers Winter Market.

As we reflect on the year, and all of the moments that brought us joy, we checked in with a group of folks that have inspired us at WBUR: members of The Makers and ARTery 25 cohorts. They share the art that inspired them this year.

From the Boston Calling Music Festival to a new exhibit at the ICA Watershed, there’s plenty to do over the holiday weekend.

The mixture of outdoors and art is one of the reasons why New England is so wonderful in the summer. We have suggestions of ways to get outside and experience all that local arts organizations have to offer.