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Nominations open for 2025 Governor’s Awards in the Arts
The Kentucky Arts Council is accepting nominations through May 31 for the 2025 Governor’s Awards in the Arts. The awards recognize individuals and organizations that have made extraordinary and significant contributions to the arts in Kentucky. The nomination process is coordinated by the arts council, and more information about the process is available here. Eligibility … Continued
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Accepting artwork for the Governor’s Derby Exhibit
Theme: “Spring is Here!” Exhibit runs from April 30 – May 2 The Kentucky Arts Council invites all Kentucky visual artists to submit work for consideration in the upcoming Governor’s Derby Exhibit April 30-May 29, 2025. The works selected for the exhibit will be on display in the Capitol Rotunda, and available for viewing by … Continued
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Free Webinar! Taxes for Kentucky Artists & Creatives
Join us for an insightful and practical webinar on federal income tax basics tailored for creative professionals! Dr. Elaine Grogan Luttrull will break down key tax considerations, from common deductions for artists to how different income types impact your tax obligations. She’ll also cover essential topics like student loan interest deductions, retirement savings strategies, and … Continued
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Free Webinar! From Revision to Reality: Implementing the New Visual and Performing Arts Standards
Join artist and educator Jessica Greene for a free webinar, From Revision to Reality: Implementing the New Visual and Performing Arts Standards, on April 3 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern. This session will explore updates to the Kentucky Academic Standards for Visual and Performing Arts and provide strategies for bringing them to life in … Continued
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How to Get Ready for Anything! Easy Steps for Artists and Creatives
March 18, 2025, 2 p.m. Eastern Crises are unpredictable — be prepared. Join a free webinar on March 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. Eastern Time, led by Mollie Quinlan-Hayes, fund development and program officer at the National Coalition For Arts’ Preparedness (NCAPER). Learn practical, cost-effective strategies to protect yourself, your work, and your materials from … 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
Read MoreExperience Kentucky’s Rich Traditions at the Kentucky Crafted Market!
Join us for the Kentucky Crafted Market on March 8 and 9 at the Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena, where some of Kentucky’s finest artists will showcase their work. While you explore incredible handcrafted goods, be sure to visit the Folklife Zone — a unique space where tradition bearers will demonstrate the artistry woven into … Continued
Read MoreJoin the Fun! Hands-On Activities at the Kentucky Crafted Market
Experience Free, Fun, and Family-Friendly Activities! Join us at the Kentucky Crafted Market on March 8 & 9 at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena for an exciting day featuring prestigious Kentucky Crafted artists and a hands-on activity area filled with creativity, learning, and fun for all ages. Explore engaging activities from these fantastic organizations: … Continued
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Kentucky Writers’ Day Planning Guide
What is Kentucky Writers’ Day? The Kentucky General Assembly established Kentucky Writers’ Day in 1990 to honor Kentucky’s strong literary tradition and to celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Kentucky native Robert Penn Warren, the first poet laureate of the United States and winner of three Pulitzer Prizes. The Kentucky Arts Council celebrates Kentucky Writers’ … Continued
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Free Webinar! Arts Education and Accessibility
Join us March 27, 2025, 5 p.m. Eastern Join us for a free webinar, “Arts Education & Accessibility,” on March 27, 2025, at 5 p.m. ET. This session will explore strategies for designing an arts curriculum that is accessible to all students. Participants will learn how to apply principles of universal design, incorporate adaptive tools, … Continued
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