By: Alexandra Lynch, Kent State University Practicum Student
It’s hard to believe that the Akron Art Museum’s Downtown @ Dusk has just started its 30th season! This season kicked off on Thursday, June 19 with American, Pop artist Anne E. Dechant with Director Mark Masuoka as MC. This year’s Downtown @ Dusk has a diverse line up, ranging from Indie Folk Groove to Old School R&B, and will be taking place Thursdays throughout the summer.
Downtown @ Dusk Concert Lineup:
June 26 15 60 75 The Numbers Band, Abstract Blues
July 3 The Wanda Hunt Band, Old School R&B
July 10 The Speedbumps, Indie Folk Groove
July 17 Zach, Singer Songwriter
July 24 Horns and Things, Jazz
July 31 JD Eicher & The Goodnights, Pop & Light Rock
August 7 Blu Monsoon, Jazz
“We’re free Thursday nights if you are.” Just like in the 1990s, the museum has brought back its Free Thursday! Stop by the museum early to explore the galleries and grab a cold one before the entertainment begins!
Downtown @ Dusk Advertisement, summer 1990