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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
Read MoreKentucky Arts Council board to meet March 21 in Frankfort
The board meeting will be held in person at the Mayo-Underwood Building FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 20, 2025) — The Kentucky Arts Council first quarter board meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to noon p.m. ET, March 21 at the Mayo-Underwood Building, 500 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40601. The meeting will be simulcast via Zoom. Join … 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
Read MoreBeechwood High School champion wins Poetry Out Loud state title
Last week, Javontae Cranmo from Beechwood High School took home the championship title for the 2025 Poetry Out Loud state competition. Cranmo will advance to the Poetry Out Loud national finals in Washington, DC, scheduled for May 5-7. In the final round, Cranmo performed “I Am the People, the Mob” by Carl Sandburg, one of the … 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 MoreResources available for artists, craftspeople and arts organizations
A major disaster declaration was made (DY-4860-KY) following the severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides of Feb. 14, and the counties eligible for some public and individual assistance are growing. The Kentucky Arts Council is dedicated to helping the arts and cultural sector connect with the unique resources they need to recover. The … 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
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