The PERETZ FOUNDATION is proud to celebrate the enduring legacy of jazz drummer Troy Davis, a true cultural icon whose rhythms have shaped generations. On Thursday, May 1, 2025, we will present Troy Davis with the prestigious Alvin Batiste Award—a tribute to his lifelong…
A PERETZ FOUNDATION Exhibition On March 23, 2025, the PERETZ FOUNDATION proudly hosted the opening reception of Exonerated: Portraits of the Wrongfully Convicted at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center—a deeply moving evening that blended art, justice, and human resilience. The exhibition features 23 photorealistic…
Empowering Mississippi Through Art, Music & Placemaking The PERETZ FOUNDATION is proud to stand alongside the Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC), the Levitt Foundation, Visit Mississippi, Mississippi Main Street Association, and the Mississippi Humanities Council in launching the transformative Mississippi Public Art in Community Grant—a bold initiative designed…
On December 1st, Baton Rouge came alive with holiday cheer as the PERETZ FOUNDATION proudly joined the city in hosting the annual Festival of Lights—a dazzling celebration of unity, creativity, and seasonal joy. Hundreds gathered in North Boulevard Town Square to witness the lighting…