Congratulations to Lady Brion, Maryland’s 11th Poet Laureate! In a small ceremony hosted by The Clifton House in Baltimore on September 16, our First Lady, Dawn Moore, presented the appointment citation, making it official. Held in the family…

You’re invited to join the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) for the third annual Maryland Performing Artist Touring Roster Showcase on Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 4 - 6 p.m. The showcase will include 20 short performances by artists from the…

Welcome September! There is something about this month that feels simultaneously comforting and invigorating. I think it has something to do with routines. This time of year we turn to routines, whether they be school schedules, kids’…

Intent to Apply forms are now available for the Maryland State Arts Council’s Grants for Organizations (GFO) program, which provides general operating support to nonprofit organizations, units of government, and colleges and universities that…

The Arts Capital program reopens its grant application window for FY 2025 funding this week! This grant provides eligible organizations with access to state capital funds to support the expansion, renovation or major repairs to the infrastructure of…

We’ve turned the page on the fiscal year and many programs are now accepting applications for FY 2025! See more details below and keep an eye out for information sessions (upcoming or recorded) to help you navigate the application process. …

Get ready for the start of MSAC's upcoming grant cycle as the Creativity, Professional Development Opportunity, and Presenting and Touring programs gear up to accept applications starting July 1, 2024! In preparation for the return of these…

Apply to be an Arts in Education Panelist Today! The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is seeking panelists for the Arts in Education grant and Teaching Artist Roster programs. Don't miss this unique opportunity to impact arts education…

MSAC’s online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly basis and is categorized by…

April and May are busy months at MSAC. As the legislative session comes to a close, many of the panels that score applications for annual grant programs meet, and we prepare the budget for the coming fiscal year. The 2024 legislative session was…

MSAC Resource Bulletin MSAC’s online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly basis…

Are you a school or organization looking to discover and hire teaching artists for the upcoming year? Are you eager to explore the opportunities provided by the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) Teaching Artist Roster and Arts in Education grant…

In recent weeks, two sets of data have been released highlighting the strength of Maryland’s Arts sector. SMU Data Arts’ vibrancy index ranks Maryland as the fifth most arts-vibrant state! In addition, Maryland ranks first in public…

MSAC Land Acknowledgement Project Receives Historical Update Maryland Traditions, the traditional arts program of the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), is pleased to announce that a historical update to the MSAC Land Acknowledgement Project is…

The Maryland Traditions Archives (MTA), a collaborative partnership with University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and the Maryland Traditions program of the Maryland State Arts Council's (MSAC), turns ten this year! Join staff and…

MSAC's Arts Capital Program Announces New Bi-Weekly Webinar Series In correlation with launching the new Arts Capital grant program, the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is pleased to present a free four-part professional development series:…

MSAC Resource Bulletin MSAC’s online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly…

I’ve had the privilege of spending quite a bit of time in our State’s capital over the past several weeks, and I’m humbled by the understanding our elected officials have of the power and importance of the arts. At Maryland Arts…

Introducing "Maryland Muse," MSAC's new art exhibition! The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is thrilled to invite you to its newest exhibition "Maryland Muse: A Tapestry of Inspiration," in collaboration with the Maryland Office of the…

Congratulations to our 2024 Poetry Out Loud Semifinalists! Maryland semifinalists have been announced for Poetry Out Loud, a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by high school students. The semifinalists are…

Last week we released a survey asking for your help shaping our next strategic plan. We’re grateful for an enthusiastic response so far! If you haven’t taken a few minutes to add your input, please click here or scan the QR code below to…

Apply to be a Folklife Network panelist today! The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is seeking panelists for the Folklife Network program. The program funds organizations housing regional folklife centers, or continuing programmatic or…

Arts Capital is Now Accepting Grant Applications Maryland State Arts Council's (MSAC) newest grant offering, Arts Capital, supports Maryland-based nonprofit organizations delivering arts and cultural education or experiences as a core part of…

MSAC Resource Bulletin MSAC’s online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly…

Applications and Info Session Available for Grants for Artists Program The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is excited to open applications to the Grants for Artists program, which broadly supports Maryland independent artists’ working…

Happy New Year! 2023 was an incredible year for the arts in Maryland. From MSAC’s perspective, we wrapped up distributing over $65 million in FY 2023 funding, including $40 million in Arts Relief funds meant to bolster the arts sector from the…

MSAC’s online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly basis and is categorized by…

I’m experiencing this time of year in a whole new way this year - through the eyes of a three-and-a-half year old. My daughter’s wonder, excitement, and energy are contagious. They are giving me a renewed appreciation for the little and…

Apply to the Maryland State Arts Council's Public Art Across Maryland (PAAM) program to bring your community's public art dream project to fruition! Applications are due January 26, the only deadline for FY2024, so don't wait until the new year.…

MSAC’s online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly basis and is categorized by…

Apply Today to be a Special Request Panelist The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is accepting applications for panelists for the Special Request program, which funds Maryland arts organizations undertaking innovative projects, pilot…

It is with gratitude that the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) observes the close of Grace Cavalieri’s time as Maryland’s tenth Poet Laureate. Serving in this role since 2018, Grace’s tenure has been a tremendous success. She has…

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Maryland’s arts community lost a champion last month with the passing of Jaqueline Copeland, MSAC’s Chair. Jackie was a devoted mother, loving wife, talented curator, award-winning museum educator, guardian of African-American art, and,…

MSAC's online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly basis and is categorized by…

MSAC PROGRAM UPDATES ARTS CAPITAL MSAC is asking in-state arts and culture organizations seeking capital funding to respond to an online survey. The survey is part of the overall listening and research phase of developing the new Arts Capital…

Make A Heritage Award Nomination Honoring Long-Term Achievement In The Traditional Arts The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) will begin accepting nominations for 2024 Maryland Heritage Awards on Friday, September 1. We invite you to nominate…

Intent to Apply forms are now available for the Maryland State Arts Council’s Grants for Organizations (GFO) program, which provides general operating support to nonprofit organizations, units of government, and colleges and universities that…

Grant applications are being accepted for Public Art Across America's (PAAM's) New Artworks and Conservation Grant opportunities. Both programs share a single application deadline in FY24: Friday, January 26, 2024. See the "PAAM Grants Applications"…

The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state of Maryland to do the important work of evaluating applications. We invite participation through program-specific public calls for panelists. We select…

MSAC Awards $75,000 in Folklife Apprenticeships MSAC's traditional arts program, Maryland Traditions, has awarded $75,000 to artists in the state through the Folklife Apprenticeship grant. The funding supports the sharing of traditional arts…

MSAC Resource Bulletin MSAC's online Resource Bulletin is maintained by Maryland Art Place and includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists and vendors, and grants. The Resource Bulletin is updated on a weekly basis and…

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Final Call for Panelists! Arts in Education Grant & Teaching Artist Roster Deadline to apply is June 15 Only a short time remains to apply for panelist service supporting two Arts in Education programs at the Maryland State Arts Council…

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June, for state government and for many arts organizations, means the end of the fiscal year. You may have noticed that many of our grant programs are not accepting applications at the moment. This is so we can wrap up awarding an unprecedented…

Apply to Maryland's New Public Artist Roster! Applications due by May 31. Artist applications to the new Maryland Public Artist Roster are due Wednesday, May 31, 2023. The online application is on Submittable, with links below. The new Public…

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Apply to be a panelist and find yourself in the center of the action at MSAC! Accepting applications for panelists on two of MSAC's Arts in Education programs Applications are now open for panelists in two of MSAC's Arts in Education programs:…

Each month, MSAC shares a list of artist opportunities pulled from the MSAC Resource Bulletin, maintained by Maryland Art Place. The listing includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists, grants, and vendor opportunities. …

In celebration of the talented and diverse array of artists across the state, MSAC and Maryland Art Place (MAP) are presenting the third Maryland Arts Directory exhibition this month. Join us for the triennial exhibition opening on Thursday, May…

Spring is in full swing with lots of arts events filling up my calendar and, I’m sure, yours! Here are a few to check out… Regional Office Hours are back! The MSAC team will be in Easton at the Academy Art Museum this Thursday from 10…

Apply to be a panelist and find yourself in the center of the action at MSAC! Accepting applications for FY24 Creativity Grant and Presenting and Touring programs MSAC relies on a diverse array of constituents with varied backgrounds from across…

POET LAUREATE NOMINATIONS The Poet Laureate of Maryland is an honorary position established by the Maryland General Assembly. A citizen poet is selected and serves at the discretion of the Governor for up to a four-year term renewable by the…

Regional Office Hours return this month! Meet up with MSAC staff at the Cecil County Arts Council in Elkton this Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to talk with our team about your grant applications and learn more about what MSAC offers.…

Seeking Artists & Panelists for New Maryland Public Artist Roster The Maryland State Arts Council has two national open calls for: - Artists interested in being included in the new Public Art Roster for Artwork Commissions projects. Scroll…

MSAC is now accepting applications for 2023-2024 Folklife Apprenticeships. Folklife Apprenticeships are $5,000 each and support traditional arts education through the teaching of skills from one master artist to one apprentice artist. Applicants…

In celebration of the growing talent and diverse array of artists across the state, the Maryland Art Place (MAP) – in collaboration with the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) – is seeking artists for the 3rd Maryland State Artist…

Maryland Traditions, the traditional arts program of the Maryland State Arts Council, has announced the winners of its 2023 Heritage Awards. The awards recognize long-term achievement in the traditional arts, and nominations are accepted in three…

Each month, MSAC shares a list of artist opportunities! These opportunities are pulled from the MSAC Online Resource Bulletin, maintained by Maryland Art Place, which includes local, regional, and national opportunities, calls for artists, grants,…

This February was a busy month at MSAC. Our February 1 Grants for Artists deadline - the first for this pilot program - saw an astounding 1,197 applications from artists in all 23 counties and Baltimore City. The staff has been hard at work…

Call for Jurors! Maryland Art Place (MAP), in collaboration with MSAC, is seeking jurors for the 3rd Maryland State Artist Directory Triennial exhibition. MSAC relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state of Maryland to do the…

ARTS OPPORTUNITES County Arts Agencies 2/10: Call for Photographers: 9th Annual Allegany National Photography Competition and Exhibition 2/22: Call for Artists: Howard County Arts Council's ARTsites 2/28: Call for Entries: Mountain…

On January 17, Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Kevin Anderson as the next Maryland Secretary of Commerce! Anderson is the Founder & CEO of Cardinal Atlantic Holdings, an economic and community development firm targeting scaled…

Beyond Covid: A Shift Experience! A 3-day Shift Community Mitigation Workshop in the DMV focusing on emergency preparedness and mitigation through a creative lens February 9 - February 11, 2023 at the University of DC. Emily Sollenberger…

Apply Now for an Arts Relief-funded Folklife Apprenticeship Master artist Kibibi Ajanku (Baltimore City, left) works with apprentice artist Jumoke Ajanku (Baltimore City) in a Folklife Apprenticeship on West African indigo dyeing. Photo by Human…

Each month, MSAC shares a list of artist opportunities! These opportunities are pulled from the MSAC Online Resource Bulletin, maintained by Maryland Art Place, which includes regional, national, and international exhibition opportunities, public…

This spring, MSAC is facilitating the public-led revision of the Arts in Education (AiE) program, which funds arts education projects in Maryland’s schools and community settings. This effort is based on a need to clarify the program’s…

MSAC is excited to open applications to its newest program, Grants for Artists, which broadly supports Maryland independent artists’ working and living expenses with $6,000 grants. This program was designed based on extensive public input over…

In preparation for writing this note, I looked back at the one I wrote for last year's January newsletter. The theme remains true, of course–the only constant is change. However, I’m happy that this year, instead of giving thanks to…

Each month, MSAC shares a list of artist opportunities! These opportunities are pulled from the MSAC Online Resource Bulletin, maintained by Maryland Art Place, which includes regional, national, and international exhibition opportunities, public…

December is one of my favorite months. One of my strongest childhood associations is the annual local production of The Nutcracker. I vividly remember the awe that I felt watching the tree magically rise out of the stage, with the snow falling, and…