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Arts and Culture Commission presents 2024 art awards to local schools, artists and businesses
Summary
The Rochester Arts and Culture Commission presented its 2024 Art Awards during the Aug. 19 council meeting, honoring the Spalding High School Music Department, Pottery Paddock's Ruth Karen, Lila Dance Festival, retired teacher Susan Abiatti, and Backhill Beer Company for community arts contributions.
Representatives of the Rochester Arts and Culture Commission presented the commission—s 2024 Art Awards to several local schools, artists and organizations during the Aug. 19, 2025, council meeting.
The commission honored the Spalding High School Music Department; Ruth Karen of Pottery Paddock for accessible pottery classes; the Lila Dance Festival (noting the festival will be held Aug. 23 from noon to 9 p.m. and is free); Susan Abiatti, a retired arts and music teacher at Maple Street Magnet School who volunteers with children—s art events; and Backhill Beer Company for showcasing local artists at its Gonic Mill brewery.
An arts commission spokesperson said the group had broadened its award nominations and wants more community participation in future submissions. The commission described its mission as implementing the Arts and Cultural Resources Master Plan, highlighting Rochester—s cultural assets and supporting community involvement.
Why this matters: The awards highlight school and community arts programs and local businesses that partner with artists, underscoring the city—s stated focus on cultural amenities as part of economic and community development.
