Call to Artists
2026 Governor’s Derby Exhibit: Long Shot
The Kentucky Arts Council announces the return of the Governor’s Derby Exhibit this May and is pleased to reveal this year’s theme in advance of the official call to artists. Inspired by the spirit of the Kentucky Derby, the 2026 exhibit invites artists to explore the idea of the “Long Shot.” Artworks should explore the ideas … Continued
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Save the Date: 2025 Kentucky Writers’ Day Planning Guide
Join the Kentucky Arts Council in commemorating the literary arts with the 2025 Kentucky Writers’ Day Planning Guide, a free download available on the KAC website. The Planning Guide offer suggested activities for planning a local event to celebrate all Kentucky Writers during the month of April, which is also National Poetry Month. Kentucky Writers’ … Continued
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Now Accepting Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grant Applications
Do you know a tradition-bearer who is ready to teach someone in their cultural group? They might be a good candidate for the Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grant. This program provides up to $4,000 to a Kentucky mentor folk or traditional artist to teach skills, practices and culture to a less experienced artist from the … Continued
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Call for Artists! Celebrating the Black Experience
The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage is accepting applications from artists for their upcoming visual art exhibition, "Celebrating the Black Experience." Applications are open now through Jan. 24, 2025.
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