"As we celebrate 250 years of our nation’s journey, the arts remind us that history is more than dates and events—it’s the stories, songs, images, and voices that connect us to one another. The arts preserve where we’ve been, help us understand where we are, and inspire us to imagine what is still possible." -L.A. Walker Photo by Debbie Hall By Isabel M. Castro Photos by Isabel M. Castro and Debbie Hall As America commemorates 250 years of artistic innovation and cultural ex