Encourage and give financial support to artists, arts organizations and projects throughout New Jersey. Created as an agency of state government, the State Arts Council operates as a division within the New Jersey Department of State.
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Its purpose is to encourage and give financial support to artists, nonprofit arts organizations, and projects throughout New Jersey. We are proud that State Arts Council support is helping to keep the nonprofit arts industry alive and thriving, employing 17,000 local workers, generating 37,000 cultural events which attract 5 million visitors who spend $125 million in the local economy. The State A
Its purpose is to encourage and give financial support to artists, nonprofit arts organizations, and projects throughout New Jersey. We are proud that State Arts Council support is helping to keep the nonprofit arts industry alive and thriving, employing 17,000 local workers, generating 37,000 cultural events which attract 5 million visitors who spend $125 million in the local economy. The State A
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Enrolling in a workshop at Peters Valley School of Craft was like taking a journey back in time. You could have an immersive experience studying blacksmithing, ceramics, or weaving, living communally in the historic village of Bevans in Layton, N.J. However, last spring, the utopia-like retreat move
Couldn't make it to the Juneteenth Grand Opening of the Harriet Tubman Museum? You can watch it here. #HTMJuneteenth #Juneteenth
The Harriet Tubman Museum presents its Juneteenth Grand Opening at Rotary Park in Cape May, New Jersey. #HTMjuneteenth
Public art opportunity: Rutgers University – Newark and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts are pleased to present the Life Sciences Center II commission. This exciting opportunity is accepting proposals from adult visual artists who are permanent residents of the State of New Jersey, or who live within 100 miles of the State border. Deadline: July 2, 2021. #NJPublicArt #NJarts Rutgers University—Newark Rutgers University
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Call for Newark-based artists and artist collectives! #NJarts City of Newark, NJ - City Hall
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Audible is pleased to request proposals for the inaugural phase of the Newark Artist Collaboration.
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New Jersey Begins Risk Communication Campaign Art Installations. Learn more here: https://conta.cc/3zMfGgi #NJPublicArt #NJarts New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Atlantic City Arts Foundation MonmouthArts Bayshore Center at Bivalve Passaic County
New Jersey Begins Risk Communication Campaign Art Installations. Learn more here: https://conta.cc/3zMfGgi #NJPublicArt #NJarts New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Atlantic City Arts Foundation MonmouthArts Bayshore Center at Bivalve Passaic County
How have the past few years of turbulence, isolation, unrest, and injustice affected artists? This Thursday, take a look at The Newark Museum of Art's newest exhibition "ReVision and Respond", with artist Theda Sandiford. This New Jersey Arts Annual exhibition features 45 New Jersey artists from all over the state. Inside Look is a project of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and The Newark Museum of Art. #NJarts
Experience a virtual tour of ReVision and Respond with an artist in the exhibition.
During the COVID-19 crisis, we've been compiling resources for artists and organizations who are experiencing personal or business losses. Check out today's edition now! #NJarts
COVID-19 Resources for Artists & Arts Organizations June 21, 2021 During the COVID-19 crisis, the Arts Council will be compiling resources for artists and organizations who are experiencing personal o
Attention, New Jersey arts organizations! The application deadline for the Coronavirus Relief Fund program is this Wednesday, June 23. Learn more here: https://nj.gov/state/njsca/dos_njsca_grants.html #NJarts
Attention, New Jersey arts organizations! The application deadline for the Coronavirus Relief Fund program is this Wednesday, June 23. Learn more here: https://nj.gov/state/njsca/dos_njsca_grants.html #NJarts
Day two of the 2021 Thrive Arts Conference is tomorrow! Register today! #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts
Don't miss an opportunity! Check out the latest edition of Opportunities for the Field for grant announcements, calls for artists, professional development workshops, and more! #NJarts
Happy Father’s Day, New Jersey!
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Join New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way and Noelle Lorraine Williams, Director, African American History Program at the New Jersey Historical Commission, for a conversation about the origins of Juneteenth and why the holiday is special to New Jersey.
Our offices are closed today in observance of Juneteenth.
Our offices are closed today in observance of Juneteenth.
Tonight at 6 PM: The James Brown African American Room at the Newark Public Library will host a discussion of the history and future of #Juneteenth and the 100th year commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Tune in on Zoom or Facebook Live.
Zoom info: Webinar ID: 844 3194 2464 • Passcode: 80837615
The James Brown African American Reading Room at the Newark Public Library
Tonight at 6 PM: The James Brown African American Room at the Newark Public Library will host a discussion of the history and future of #Juneteenth and the 100th year commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Tune in on Zoom or Facebook Live.
Zoom info: Webinar ID: 844 3194 2464 • Passcode: 80837615
The James Brown African American Reading Room at the Newark Public Library
Don't miss an opportunity! Check out this week's Opportunities for the Field for grant announcements, calls for artists, professional development workshops, and more! https://conta.cc/2Ug1Q5K #NJarts
Don't miss an opportunity! Check out this week's Opportunities for the Field for grant announcements, calls for artists, professional development workshops, and more! https://conta.cc/2Ug1Q5K #NJarts
Tomorrow at 5:30 PM. #Juneteenth #NJarts
Join NJCAC and various NJ arts leaders as we celebrate #Juneteenth with a reading of The Emancipation Proclamation.
"The research is clear: The creative and cultural sectors are a powerful force for helping communities large and small turn the corner on the pandemic’s economic shocks." Check out this article by Mitch Landrieu of E Pluribus Unum and Pam Breaux of NASAA.
Communities across America are trying to spur business growth, bring back tourists and boost employment … and the arts add power to those recovery strategies. This column on Governing.com distills timely new evidence on the arts, creativity and economic renewal. (Photo: Creative-sector events like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival were pivotal to Louisiana’s economic recovery. Pictured: the Brass-A-Holics. Photo by kowarski) http://ow.ly/Y8u150F7EVM
Monday, June 28: Indigenous Theatre Makers in Conversation - a virtual panel discussion hosted by New Jersey Theatre Alliance. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZcIoaGjnQQCPV8sKHZuK1Q
Sponsored by the New Jersey Historical Commission - NJHC
Moderated by Rev. Dr. John Norwood of the The Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation #NJarts
Monday, June 28: Indigenous Theatre Makers in Conversation - a virtual panel discussion hosted by New Jersey Theatre Alliance. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZcIoaGjnQQCPV8sKHZuK1Q
Sponsored by the New Jersey Historical Commission - NJHC
Moderated by Rev. Dr. John Norwood of the The Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation #NJarts
There's still time to register for the New Jersey State Museum's free, online performance of the story of Juneteenth! Enjoy an hour with storyteller TAHIRA as she shares a compelling look at the people who took extraordinary risks for freedom. For ages 3 - 10. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/freedom-stories-juneteenth-family-online-event-tickets-152874655209 #Juneteenth
The story of Juneteenth, a compelling look at the people who took extraordinary risks for freedom.
Tomorrow at 7 PM, join the North Carolina Museum of History for a free online event exploring the history behind #Juneteenth — a great opportunity to consider the meaning of freedom and to rededicate efforts to telling stories that reflect all members of our communities.
Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 (June 19th) when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to ensure that all enslaved people were freed.
Attention, New Jersey arts organizations! The application deadline for the Coronavirus Relief Fund program is next Wednesday, June 23. Free technical assistance and support are available. The final session is TOMORROW from 10 - 11 AM. Register now! #NJarts
Register for our final technical assistance session - tomorrow, June 16th. Coronavirus Relief Fund Grant Technical Assistance: Register Today Final Open Office Hours Session Tomorrow, June 16th! Appli
Last chance to watch Capturing the Moment: A Virtual Showcase of New Jersey Choreography Fellows. #NJarts
Last chance to watch! Capturing the Moment: A Virtual Showcase of New Jersey Choreography Fellows is available to watch FREE & on demand through June 30.
Nai-Ni as been creating dances professionally for over 30 years in the US, building a repertory of more than 80 original works and touring major venues and international festivals in 12 countries.
Visit http://www.dancenj.org/dance-home-new-jersey for more information!
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The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference kicks off tomorrow! Julie Hain of the South Jersey Cultural Alliance, Tai Cooper of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, and Jeff Vasser of the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism will be leading the panel discussion The Arts Mean Business: Developing and Maintaining Relationships with the Business Community. Register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021#about #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts Visit New Jersey ArtPride NJ
Accelevents - Thrive Arts Conference 2021 - Tuesday, June 15, 2021 | Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Find event and ticket information.
NEW from Discover Jersey Arts: The story of how Perkins Center for the Arts adapted and innovated its way through the COVID-19 pandemic. #NJarts
Perkins Center for the Arts has two locations and a lot of moving parts — education, events, exhibitions, folklife center, and more — which all came to a grinding halt in March 2020. Hear how this South Jersey staple shifted gears and kept powerfully moving forward.
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference kicks off TOMORROW! Join us as we tackle the challenges facing New Jersey's arts industry as it recovers from COVID-19. As venues reopen, these important conversations are not to be missed. Register now! #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts
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Accelevents - Thrive Arts Conference 2021 - Tuesday, June 15, 2021 | Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Find event and ticket information.
THIS FRIDAY: The The African American Cultural Collaborative of Mercer County, in partnership with New Jersey Legislative District 15 and Outdoor Equity Alliance, are planning an inaugural 3-day, city-wide #Juneteenth Celebration. Learn all about it here: https://www.taacf.com/ City of Trenton NJ - City Hall
THIS FRIDAY: The The African American Cultural Collaborative of Mercer County, in partnership with New Jersey Legislative District 15 and Outdoor Equity Alliance, are planning an inaugural 3-day, city-wide #Juneteenth Celebration. Learn all about it here: https://www.taacf.com/ City of Trenton NJ - City Hall
Today at 10 AM and 3 PM. #NJarts
2018 MacArthur “Genius” Award-winner, John Keene is the author of Counternarratives, a series of wide-ranging stories based in the African diaspora following the introduction of the slave trade to the Americas. In addition to his other works, Keene is known for his translation of poetry and othe...
This Saturday, celebrate #Juneteenth with the Newark Museum of Art. #NJarts
Tune in Saturday, June 19th for our "Community Day: #Juneteenth" events.
We'll be kicking off the day with an art-making activity featuring children's author & artist Kween Moore (Urban Creative Arts Workshops). Creative Journaling 📚is a form of self-care and self-expression. It is a direct way to connect with the past, present and future utilizing creativity. Gather the family and embark on this experience using personal images and found materials.
Registration is free: 🎨http://ow.ly/bNSg50F8hhO 🎨
Presented by Horizon Foundation for New Jersey.
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference kicks off next week with "Beyond Back to Normal: What Art Will Define the 21st Century?", a session lead by Carlton Turner, an artist, agriculturalist, researcher, and founder of the Mississippi Center for Cultural Production. Learn more and register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021#about #ThriveArts2021
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference kicks off next week with "Beyond Back to Normal: What Art Will Define the 21st Century?", a session lead by Carlton Turner, an artist, agriculturalist, researcher, and founder of the Mississippi Center for Cultural Production. Learn more and register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021#about #ThriveArts2021
Camden’s cultural heritage will be celebrated – and viewers will be offered a deeper social understanding of the city – thanks to a $25,000 National Endowment for the Arts award to the Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts to support “Portraits of Camden.” #NJarts City of Camden Government
Camden’s cultural heritage will be celebrated – and viewers will be offered a deeper social understanding of the city – thanks to a $25,000 National Endowment for the Arts award to the Rutgers–Camden Center for the Arts to support “Portraits of Camden.”
Next Monday, June 14: Join the New Jersey Association of Museums for its Annual Meeting and hear examples of re-envisioning audience, re-imagining programming, and reinventing yourself. Learn more here: https://njmuseums.wildapricot.org/event-4330149?fbclid=IwAR1EkxUkDofWysyVhw96keS2tThmcsh0VN1yN9MN9e59pOVrNbPBpjWjidg #NJarts
Registration for our Annual Meeting is now LIVE! Join us on June 14, 2021 11:00 am – 12:30 pm for #PandemicReflections: How did you "re" in 2020? and hear examples of re-envisioning audience, re- imagining programming, and reinventing yourself.
Register here now: https://njmuseums.wildapricot.org/event-4330149
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference starts next week! On day one, join Caitlin Green, Client Engagement Officer at TRG Arts, for "Patron-focused Campaigns Foster Relationships and Results". She'll discuss how segmentation, simplicity, and honesty will support strong, lasting relationships with your audiences. Register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021?fbclid=IwAR0VAO7XsQIX6epS1ldYU6igaJHUN3MsJvhTikuqgnYadZTaVfh3vwNUBfo#about #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts ArtPride NJ Lewis Center for the Arts TRG Arts - The Results Group for the Arts
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference starts next week! On day one, join Caitlin Green, Client Engagement Officer at TRG Arts, for "Patron-focused Campaigns Foster Relationships and Results". She'll discuss how segmentation, simplicity, and honesty will support strong, lasting relationships with your audiences. Register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021?fbclid=IwAR0VAO7XsQIX6epS1ldYU6igaJHUN3MsJvhTikuqgnYadZTaVfh3vwNUBfo#about #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts ArtPride NJ Lewis Center for the Arts TRG Arts - The Results Group for the Arts
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference kicks off next week! On day two, Karen Brooks Hopkins, President Emerita of BAM, will present "How Anchor Cultural Institutions Benefit Communities: Providing Social, Economic and Artistic Impact". Join her and explore what it means to “live the anchor role” as our industry emerges from the COVID pandemic. Register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021#about #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts ArtPride NJ Lewis Center for the Arts
The 2021 Thrive Arts Conference kicks off next week! On day two, Karen Brooks Hopkins, President Emerita of BAM, will present "How Anchor Cultural Institutions Benefit Communities: Providing Social, Economic and Artistic Impact". Join her and explore what it means to “live the anchor role” as our industry emerges from the COVID pandemic. Register here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/ThriveArtsConference2021#about #ThriveArts2021 #NJarts ArtPride NJ Lewis Center for the Arts
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Are you a college student looking for a PAID arts administration internship focused on equity in arts management? The 2020 Diversity in Arts Leadership Internship is a 10-week summer program available in Nashville, New Jersey, and New York City. (Applications open for art host organizations as well!) The deadline is January 10, 2020! Apply today: https://www.americansforthearts.org/about-americans-for-the-arts/internships/diversity-in-arts-leadership-internship Americans for the Arts
Good morning from the Folk Arts Best Practices Gathering at the Perkins Center for the Arts! Master uillean pipes player Ivan Goff just performed for us with his apprentice Jim Basil. Thanks to a Folk Arts Apprenticeship Grant, Ivan is able to pass on his knowledge for future generations. #NJarts #NJFolkArts #FolkArt National Endowment for the Arts
And the winner of our office Pumpkin Carving Contest is... Kim Nguyen! As she explained to us, her pumpkin diorama was inspired by both the classic sci-fi movie Aliens and the Netflix series Stranger Things. Check out the video to get the full effect!
#NJArts50 Our own Mary Eileen Egan Fouratt experiencing Atlantic Health System's Healing Arts at Morristown Medical Center. Time well spent with artist, J. Kenneth Leap & Healing Arts Project Manager, Lauren Medici. For more information visit www.atlantichealth.org/healingarts
#NJArts50 Thank you Mayo Performing Arts Center - MPAC! The Council was thrilled to spend a great Saturday evening with you and Kristin Chenoweth. Happy 50th to us indeed!
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