We Support the Arts
The Arkansas Arts Council annually funnels about $1.5 million in grants to nonprofits, schools, agencies and artists that support, grow and evolve the arts in Arkansas.
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Arkansas abounds with culture and creativity. The arts strengthen the economy, drive tourism and business and improve academic performance. The Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Division of Arkansas Heritage, advances and empowers the arts by providing services and funding for programming that encourages and assists literary, performing and visual artists and arts organizations in achieving standards of professional excellence. The Arkansas Arts Council provides technical and financial assistance to Arkansas arts organizations and other providers of cultural and educational programs. This statewide programming and assistance ultimately provide cultural, educational and economic opportunities for the benefit of all Arkansans. Funding is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the State of Arkansas.
Get SmART!
Workshops that cover art related topics for individual artists and arts organizations.
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Arkansas Living Treasure Award
This program annually recognizes an Arkansas artist who excels in the creation of a traditional arts or craft.
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Poetry Out Loud
Encouraging students to learn great poetry and develop real-world skills.
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Governor's Arts Awards
The annual program recognizes Arkansas artists, arts patrons, arts educators, arts organizations and businesses.
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Small Works On Paper
A juried visual art exhibition that showcases 2-D artwork no larger than 18 x 24 inches by Arkansas artists.
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Strategic Planning for Small Organizations
- September 22, 2021
- 10:00AM - 01:00PM
This workshop offers a guide to help small organizations develop a simple yet workable strategic plan.
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OppARTunities
The OppARTunities page is a Facebook group page designed to help artists and arts organizations find local/national opportunities in all arts disciplines.
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The Arts in Education Artist Roster is an online listing of professional performers and visual or literary artists who are available to participate in a variety of Arts in Education programs.
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