Norton Cultural Council

01/08/2026

Here's a fun event, sponsored by the NCC in Attleboro. Check it out!

Our schedule is packed with so many fun events you won't want to miss!

08/25/2025

Norton Middle Schoolers were treated to bit of living history May 19, when Holocaust survivor Janet Applefield presented her program, Combatting Hate and Prejudice.

A “hidden child” survivor of the N**i genocide campaign, Janet told the story of how one small act of kindness changed the course of history for her and future generations.

She related her personal story to the rise of hate crimes today. Her message to students and teachers at the school: Recognize your own prejudices and the impact intolerance can have on
yourself and those around you.

In a typical year, Janet presents her program to 4,000 children in middle and high schools. The program was made possible in part by a grant from the Norton Cultural Council.

08/23/2025

Here comes our next grant cycle! Get ready to apply!

The Norton Cultural Council (NCC) supports the arts and sciences in our community in part by funding grants to individuals and organizations. Grant amounts typically range from $250 to
$1,000. The application period begins September 2 and ends October 16. We’ll announce our funding decisions in January, 2026.

This year we’ve helped make a wide range of enchanting, enlightening programs possible – everything from live theater, chamber music and crafts programs, to fossil discoveries, puppet
shows and hip hop and line dancing for seniors.

To learn how to apply for an NCC grant, or see a list of grants we made in 2025, click the link in our bio.

And for more information, email [email protected].

08/16/2025

He’s on the road again. 🎵🎶
Matt York, that is, singing the songs of – and telling stories about – music legend Willie Nelson. York will appear Tuesday, August 19, 7-8:15pm, at the Norton Public Library, 68 E. Main St. in Norton, MA.

The award-winning musician and author will perform in the library park, so bring a blanket or chairs. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, the concert will move inside the library.

The event is sponsored by a grant from the Norton Cultural Council.

03/18/2025

This weekend only, check out Un-Common Theatre's Chicago, Teen Edition at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center in Foxboro! Funded in part by a grant from the Norton Cultural Council.

Come see if Billy Flynn, attorney at law and master of self promotion can work his magic with Roxie and Velma...or has his razzle dazzle finally fizzle out? Tickets are on sale now for CHICAGO: TEEN EDITION at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center for three shows only, March 28-30. Head to uncommontheatre.org/tickets now to get yours!

03/14/2025

Another great project supported in part by Norton Cultural Council!

After a brief hiatus last year, we are excited to announce the Purple Pages is back in action! NHS students- stay tuned for information about how to submit your art and writing. And thank you to NEED and Norton Cultural Council for supporting the magazine this year!

08/19/2023

Check out some of the art projects made this summer at the NPL - partially funded by the Norton Cultural Council.

08/01/2023

Tonight at the Library! Don't miss Matt York performing The Highwaymen: Songs & Stories at 7:00. For more info, check out the flyer in the comments.