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Agents Answer: Where is the Best Place to See Local Art in WNC?

Western North Carolina has a long and rich history of fine visual arts and traditional crafts. From traditional Cherokee rivercane baskets, made for thousands of years, to innovative multimedia art from the area’s newest residents, there is an overwhelming amount of art to experience.

Governor Cooper Eases Phase 3 Restrictions, Increasing Venue Capacity Limits

On Wednesday February 24th Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order 195 which eased a wide variety of operating restrictions affecting the arts.

COVID Relief for the Arts Sector and Creative Workers

As the pandemic began, arts organizations were the first to close…and they will likely be the last to open.

The Financial Impact of COVID-19 on Intentionally Marginalized Artists and Creative Workers

Artists in the United States are hurting, and those who are intentionally marginalized have been hit harder, likely because of inequities that have long existed prior to the pandemic.

Federal Aid for Closed Cultural Venues Will Be a Race for Cash

Tens of thousands of eligible music clubs, theaters, museums and other spaces may overwhelm a $15 billion grant fund run by the Small Business Administration.

Arts workers are building a labor movement to save a creative economy in peril

New groups such as Be an #ArtsHero take their agendas for aid and recognition to Congress.

With No Tickets to Sell, Arts Groups Appeal to Donors to Survive

Virtual cocktail parties have replaced black-tie galas as cultural institutions struggle to pay their operating costs.

Congress Passes BILLIONS in Arts Relief: More PPP and Unemployment, Grants for Performing Arts Venues and Organizations, Museums and Cinemas - Arts North Carolina

Congress Passes BILLIONS in Arts Relief: More PPP and Unemployment, Grants for Performing Arts Venues and Organizations, Museums and Cinemas UPDATE: President Trump signed H.R. 133 into law on Sunday, December 27, 2020. On Monday December 21, 2020 both the

Upcoming Events

Weekly PPP Webinars - Mountain BizWorks

Get the latest information on a new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Funding approved as part of the new Stimulus Package passed by Congress at the end of 2020.

Phase 3 Updates: Reopening NC

(Mar. 4 at 1 pm)
Join Nate McGaha, Executive Director of Arts North Carolina, as he reviews the organization’s advocacy concerning reopening the arts statewide and clarifies the new easing of restrictions that went into effect on Friday, February 26th. Restrictions for indoor and outdoor live performance venues, movie theatres, event venues, museums, and dance studios will be discussed.

ARTS Day 2021 - Arts North Carolina

(Mar. 22-24) Arts NC is excited to announce that the first Online ARTS Day Conference will be held in 2021. Our interactive digital platform will allow a new level of comprehensive engagement with high-quality content that will both inform and inspire while

National Arts Action Summit

(Apr. 5-9) Arts advocates from across the country convene in Washington, DC each year for the National Arts Action Summit to underscore the importance of developing strong public policies and appropriating increased public funding for the arts.

Grants & Calls for Artists

Cross-Sector Impact Grants | South Arts

(Deadline 3/22/21) These grants of up to $15,000 support "arts and..." projects developed by partners—one arts organization or artist, and one non-arts organization—harnessing the power of collaboration.

Presentation Grants | South Arts

(Deadline 5/3/21) Grants up to $7,500 for organizations to present a Southern artist for a performing arts, literary arts, visual arts, or film engagement.

Individual Artist Career Opportunity Grants

(Ongoing) Artists can apply for our Individual Artist Career Opportunity Grants for up to $2,000 to take advantage of a milestone opportunity in their career.

Southern Equality Studios: Special Southern Equality Fund Grant Round for BIPOC LGBTQ Artists & Creatives

(Ongoing) In the fall of 2020, the Southern Equality Studios special grant round of the Southern Equality Fund worked to resource and celebrate LGBTQ artists and creatives across the LGBTQ South who are BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, […]

Job Listings

Executive Director | Transylvania Community Arts Council

The Transylvania Community Arts Council (TC Arts) ) located in beautiful Brevard, NC seeks knowledgeable and articulate individuals with a passion for the arts to apply for the position of Executive Director of the Arts Council.

Multiple Positions - John C. Campbell Folk School

John C. Campbell Folk Schools is currently hiring for several positions. Visit their careers page to learn more.

Membership & Museum Events Manager - Asheville Art Museum

The Museum is accepting applications for a Membership & Museum Events Manager. Click here to read more and to apply.

Executive Team Administrative Manager | South Arts

This position will play a critical role in the coordination of cross-departmental reporting, data gathering and research in support of South Arts programmatic and funding initiatives. They serve as the non-management staff liaison to the Board of Directors and will exceed in providing exceptional support services for all board related meetings and activities.

Textiles Studio Coordinator - Penland

The textiles studio coordinator reports directly to the studio operations manager and oversees the textiles studio. The coordinator works directly with the studio team and collaboratively across the organization to support all programming and studio use throughout the year.

Executive Director - Asheville Symphony

The Asheville Symphony, one of North Carolina’s most innovative orchestras, is seeking a visionary leader who will build on its 60-year history of innovation, collaboration, and musical excellence as a signature cultural force in a diverse arts community.

Managing Director — Terpsicorps

The Managing Director is responsible for the retention and acquisition of donors, acquiring funding through grant writing and events, building local and regional relationships, board development, scheduling touring, expanding the company’s recognition through traditional and social media marketing initiatives and day to day operations of the organization.

Curator of Exhibitions and Collections - Blowing Rock Art & History Museum

BRAHM is seeking a Curator of Exhibitions and Collections. This position is full-time, salaried, and exempt. A successful candidate needs a Bachelors Degree in Art History or Art Management (Master’s Degree preferred) and at least three years of experience as a Curator or Curatorial Assistant or related experience.

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