Conversations with HJM: Robyn Murphy, CEO of Create Baltimore

Robyn Murphy, CEO of Create Baltimore, joins Conversations with HJM to share her vision for elevating arts and culture in Baltimore.

In this episode, Murphy discusses her path from interim to permanent CEO and why stabilizing the organization for staff, funders, and the community was essential. She explains how Create Baltimore works to uplift the city’s cultural fabric, support artists, and position Baltimore as the cultural hub of Central Maryland. Murphy also highlights signature events like Artscape—America’s largest outdoor arts festival—and Free Fall Baltimore, a month-long celebration of open studios, exhibitions, and performances. She details how Create Baltimore provides emerging artist studios, invests in local talent, and operates spaces like the Bromo Seltzer Tower and School 33 Art Center.

From ensuring access to the arts through initiatives like the Baltimore Farmers Market, to expanding opportunities for artists to thrive, Murphy outlines how Create Baltimore is shaping a vibrant, creative future for the city.

 

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