Founded in 1701 in New Haven, Connecticut, Yale University is known as one of the most prestigious universities in the world. But the institution's history is not without its blemishes. In 2020, the university initiated "The Yale and Slavery Research Project" to acknowledge and address its past ties to slavery. Yale recently hired Maryland-based photographer Othello Banaci and his video production company Subminimal to create video content of the research initiative for its website and social media. "We got to be a part of history," Banaci says.

  Saturday-Sunday, October 19-20: 28th Annual Gowanus Open Studios More than 400 artists, businesses, and venues in Gowanus will open their doors, giving the public a rare glimpse inside the former factories, warehouses, and studio buildings of this vibrant neighborhood. Artists will be present to discuss their work, share their processes, and showcase their latest projects. Plus, it’s a unique opportunity to purchase work directly from local artists.  2024 Highlights includes...