Echo Olander has found home and heart in the music clubs, wide bayous and parade routes of New Orleans. Since the 1970’s she has been exploring the intricate layers of New Orleans culture and striving to build creative capacity in the city. Echo spent many years in the arts field, including 20 years as the leader of KID smART, a nationally recognized arts education organization. She continues to explore the place where self and community find vibrant connection.