The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County

Join us on August 22nd for BUILDING BRIDGES, a day of learning, discussion, and networking. Topical presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions will provide attendees with the tools they need to reach underserved populations, build partnerships, engage broader audiences, and ensure their organization’s staff, boards, and volunteer base are representative of the community. There is no cost to attend, and lunch will be provided! Hope to see you there. Link to register here: https://lnkd.in/e5rAn9WN

On Tuesday, June 11th, we hosted our annual donor event at the Gresham Estate in Edgewater. County Executive Steuart Pittman was on hand to award $150,000 in Strategic Impact Grants to seven local nonprofit arts organizations. This grant opportunity is designed to fund projects that result in substantive, organizational transformation, taking the organization’s operations or performance to the next level. A limited number of grants are awarded annually. Congratulations to all! 🖌️ The Arts Lab of South County received support for staffing and marketing their ceramics program, Clay on the Bay. 🎶 Bay Winds Band will purchase an improved sound system and repair percussion equipment. 🎭 Chesapeake Children’s Museum will purchase CRM software and hire a part-time business manager. 🎭 Children’s Theatre of Annapolis will acquire a new sound system for their recently completed black box theater. 🩰 Greater Annapolis Ballet received funding for dance flooring at their new location in Annapolis Town Center. 🎭 Maryland Hall will be able to purchase, implement, and train staff on a new CRM/ticketing system. 🎶 Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra (formerly the Londontowne Symphony Orchestra) received funding to complete their rebranding effort and support upgrading of their website.

🚨 Job Opening Alert! 🚨 The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County is thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Marketing and Exhibits Specialist to join our dynamic team! Key responsibilities include: 🌟 Leading overall marketing efforts, including email marketing, website management, social media, and graphic design 🌟 Managing the Arts Council’s Exhibits Program 🌟 Assisting with all Arts Council events If you have a passion for the arts and the skills to help us elevate our programs and outreach, we’d love to hear from you! 📩 Apply today and be a part of a team dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of Anne Arundel County. Candidates should send a resume and cover letter to jobs@acaac.org. #JobOpening #ArtsCouncil #AnneArundelCounty #ArtsJobs

The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County’s Mini Grant program is designed to support innovative, well-defined arts-related projects that are directed to a new or broader audience, preferably within underserved communities.   Application is now open and closes May 31, 2024, at midnight. Apply at the link below.

Local art displayed at the airport provides visitors a glimpse of the local culture. That's certainly true of the latest exhibit from The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County. The "All Around Anne Arundel" display features scenes from the county the airport calls home. More than 20 artists have work displayed in this exhibit. Check it out near Departures Level Door 10 or online at https://lnkd.in/dq_3_HUN. #ArtAtBWI #MDOTscenes #art #airports

Thanks to John Frenaye and the team at Eye On Annapolis for highlighting our upcoming Paint the Town Gala! Join us on May 4, 2024 as we continue our three-decade legacy of providing advocacy, funding, and support for our local artists and arts organizations.

🎨✨The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County is thrilled to announce that our Community Arts Grant is now OPEN for applications! ✨🎨 Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/eKdSDq2F #ArtsCouncil #CommunityArtsGrant #AnneArundelCounty #Artists #Creatives #GrantOpportunity #SupportLocalArt

🎭 A great article in Chesapeake Family Life, authored by Dylan Roche, on exploring the world of theater for children and teenagers! Whether you're a parent, educator, or theater enthusiast, this piece dives into the opportunities, challenges, and rewards of youth theater. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eSHyrkAv #TheaterForYouth #ArtsEducation #ChildrensTheater

Last month, we hosted a reception with The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County, who presented the “Inspired Surroundings” exhibit as part of #TeamComptroller’s Arts in Treasured Spaces initiative, which brings public art to the Treasury Building. Thank you to all the artists who contributed!

We're excited to announce that June is Anne Arundel Arts Month! 🌟 This month-long celebration brings the community together around a broad and diverse local arts scene. We invite all to engage and interact with the arts through elevated community-led events. Performances, workshops, exhibits and more will showcase the importance of a thriving arts community. Anne Arundel Arts Month is brought to you by The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County, Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, AND Creative, Chesapeake Arts Center and the Arts Lab of South County.