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PGAHC

Non-profit organization designated by the Prince George’s County government to coordinate financial support and advocacy for the arts and humanities.

Mission:
The Prince George's Arts and Humanities Council (PGAHC) supports the creative community through collaborative partnerships, education, grants and art-centered experiences to enhance the quality of life for all. PGAHC promotes artistic achievement and creative expression in all its forms. PGAHC supports life-long learning through the arts and humanities, particularly in arts education to

young people. PGAHC values the arts and humanities as a catalyst to bridge racial, cultural, social and generational gaps. PGAHC builds stronger communities through education, government, business and private funding partnerships. PGAHC contracts with consultants who are recognized specialists in their fields to assist in core program areas and provide key services. With the assistance of our consulting staff, PGAHC maintains a signature public art program, a vibrant arts education program, a literary focused humanities platform and a resource portal for film and digital media .

08/20/2025

🎨 Call for Artists: Fairmount Heights Mural Project

The Prince George’s Arts & Humanities Council (PGAHC) is seeking talented local muralists or artist teams for a public art installation in the Town of Fairmount Heights! This project is part of the Blue Line Corridor Creative Placemaking Initiative and will celebrate community heritage, culture, and future aspirations.

We’re looking for artists to design and install a mural on the pocket park fence near the town’s new Net Zero Energy home development. The mural should honor the neighborhood’s history, diversity, and progress while creating a lasting landmark for the community.

📐 Project Details:

Size: 14’ wide x 5’ tall (~70 sq ft)
Material: Wood or Vinyl
Budget: $20,000 (includes design, fabrication, installation, and other expenses)

🖌 Eligibility: Local professional artists or teams with experience in large-scale mural projects and community collaboration.

📅 Submission Deadline: September 15, 2025
🔗 Apply Here: https://bit.ly/45NUqc0

Bring your vision to life and make a lasting impact on Fairmount Heights!

VISIT ARE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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06/18/2025

🎨 Calling all local artists!

The Streets of Solidarity mural project is seeking artists to help bring community voices to life through bold, meaningful public art. This community-driven initiative is all about unity, storytelling, and creative placemaking—and we want your vision on the wall.

If you’re passionate about using your art to inspire change and reflect the heart of the community, this is your chance to get involved.

📅 Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
📍 Open to local artists

Help us spread the word and uplift the creative voices shaping our neighborhoods.

🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/ColmarMuralCall

04/28/2025

We’re heading to Seat Pleasant Day 2025—and we can’t wait to see you there!

Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Goodwin Park for a day of celebration, innovation, and community spirit. This year’s theme, “Empowered by Innovation, Driven by Community,” reflects Seat Pleasant’s exciting commitment to forward-thinking solutions and the people who make the city strong.

Stop by the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council (PGAHC) table to learn more about:
• Our programs and initiatives
• Updates on the Bus Shelter Design Charrette
• How the arts are helping transform and empower our communities

From live music and dance performances to food trucks, games, and interactive exhibits, there’s something for everyone. Let’s celebrate creativity, innovation, and community—together!

📍 Goodwin Park | 311 68th Place, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
🕘 Parade begins at 9:30 AM | Festival runs until 4:00 PM

🔗 Visit the “Events” link in our bio for more event info!

04/21/2025

A historic moment for Prince George’s County!

Two weeks ago, we were proud to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Civic Plaza at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, the first signature project of the transformative Blue Line Corridor initiative.

This monumental step marks the beginning of a new era of growth, innovation, and community-centered development for our county.

The Civic Plaza will become a dynamic public space—connecting residents, businesses, and visitors—while honoring the spirit and identity of our community.

PGAHC is excited to work on and support projects that weave arts, culture, and community into the fabric of Prince George’s future.

Swipe to see highlights from this incredible day!

📸 Photo credit: Office of County Executive Angela Alsobrooks

04/18/2025

Join us at Harmony Hall Regional Center in the John Addison Concert Hall for an unforgettable poetry concert, “Messages of Conscience, Messengers of Inspiration,” featuring Collective Voices (l-r: Sistah Joy, Ladi Di, Brenardo, and Billye). This powerful event is open to all and will explore pressing issues of social conscience, justice, and empowerment.

DATE: Saturday, April 19, 2025
TIME: 2–3:30 PM
LOCATION: Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
TICKETS: 🔗 bit.ly/3Ghxc3R 🔗

We are thrilled to have Doc Powell, Collective Voices’ long-time Djembe drummer and dear friend, join us to elevate this celebration with his musical talent.

Mark your calendars for this Saturday - don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring National Poetry Month celebration! Tickets can also be purchased at the door. We can’t wait to see you there!

04/17/2025

Last week, we had the incredible opportunity to co-host a special teen design charrette with the talented students of Suitland High School’s Center for Visual and Performing Arts!

As part of the ongoing Suitland Cultural Arts Implementation Strategy—in partnership with the MNCPPC Planning Department and the Department of Parks and Recreation —this charrette gave young artists a platform to share their vision for the future of arts and culture in their community.

Youth engagement is critical to the success of community transformation, and the creativity, insight, and passion these students brought to the conversation were truly inspiring. Their voices are helping to shape a Suitland that reflects the spirit, artistry, and dreams of the next generation.

We are honored to continue supporting this vital work and ensuring the future of the arts in Prince George’s County is built by and for the community.

04/14/2025

The Festival of Literary Arts kicks off this week—and you’re invited!

Join us as we celebrate the richness of Black literary tradition through thought-provoking conversations, poetic reflections, and historical insight—all centered on the cultural legacy of the Harlem Renaissance.

📚 3 dynamic events. 1 unforgettable celebration. And the best part? They’re all FREE.

Swipe to explore each event and get the details. From powerful panels to a poet’s day party, there’s something for every lover of literature and culture.

🎤 With two events moderated by Prince George’s County’s very own Poet Laureate Khadijah Ali-Coleman, Ed.D, this festival honors the writers and thinkers who helped shape Black American arts—then and now.

🔗 Visit the link in our bio to register and save your seat.

Let’s honor the past, inspire the present, and reimagine the future—together.

03/19/2025

🎬 Special Women’s History Month Film Screening

Black women have long been seen as strong, unbreakable, and resilient—but at what cost?

Join us for a powerful documentary screening of The Black Woman: Death to the Superwoman Syndrome, a film that explores the weight of this expectation and the journey to shedding the cape, reclaiming power, and prioritizing self-care.

📅 Saturday, March 29 ⏰ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Arts’tination @ National Harbor 🎟 FREE & open to all!

Directed by Trease Sears, this thought-provoking film is a must-watch for anyone who believes in empowerment, healing, and rewriting the narrative.

Tag a friend & join us for an afternoon of reflection and truth. 💜

03/12/2025

Largo, are you ready?!

Join us for Love My Largo, a day of family-friendly fun, community connection, and creative placemaking along McCormick Drive on Saturday, April 5, from 10 AM – 2 PM!

Walk, bike, scoot, or dance between three vibrant Activity Hubs, each packed with: - Live Music & Entertainment  - A Fresh Farmers Market  - Fitness Classes & Outdoor Games  - Art & Creative Activations

PGAHC ACTIVATIONS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS: 🎨 Community Paint Activation with Luther Wright – Transform the streets with bold, beautiful murals! 🌿 Front Lawn Design Charrette with Howard Connelly – Help reimagine the entrance of 1801 McCormick Drive!

This is more than just a festival—it’s a vision for the future of Largo! Join your neighbors, local artists, and community leaders as we reimagine and revitalize public spaces through creativity and connection.

Creative placemaking fosters safer, more inclusive, and art-filled environments that celebrate community identity and bring people together. Events like Love My Largo turn shared spaces into dynamic hubs of culture, creativity, and collaboration—building a stronger, more vibrant Largo for all.

📍 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 🔗 Visit pgplanning.org/lovemylargo for more information.

03/04/2025

They Lifted Their Voices: A Women’s History Month Poetry Event

Join us as we celebrate the power of women’s voices, poetry, and culture! 🎤✨

Collective Voices—featuring Sistah Joy, Brenardo, and Billye—along with Guest Poet Sekeithia Johnson and the rhythmic beats of Djembe Drummer Kevin Arnold will honor the legendary Nikki Giovanni and other trailblazing women poets who shaped our world.

📅 Saturday, March 8
⏰ 1-3 PM
📍 Arts’tination, National Harbor
🎟 FREE & open to all (Register at link in bio!)

Expect powerful poetry, soul-stirring rhythms, and a space filled with love, empowerment, and artistry.

Let’s come together to honor the past, inspire the present, and uplift the future through the beauty of spoken word.

Tag a poetry lover & bring a friend! 💜📖 Don’t forget to register at the link in our bio!

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1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 200
Upper Marlboro, MD
20774

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+13017728943

Website

http://pgahc.org/

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