The creative legacy of our state is still being written. The Mississippi Arts Commission is in place to Support emerging artists, Inspire them to make lasting footprints, and Enrich the creative culture all across the state. What role will you play in the next chapter of Mississippi’s story?
Mississippi Arts Commission invests in our state’s makers through a variety of grant programs supporting nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and individual artists. Are you an organization or a professional artist looking to fund your project?
Join us for a panel discussion and conversation about one of the most asked questions that we hear from artists - "How much should I charge?" A panel of successful artists representing a variety of artistic disciplines will discuss how they discovered (and are still discovering) their own answer to this question. They will share helpful resources, tips, and insights that have led them to build sustainable careers as artists. Bring your questions! We would love to hear your voice in this conversation. Panelists: Kristen Ley - Visual Arts Ginger Williams Cook - Visual Arts Shanina Carmichael - African Dance/Modern Dance/Teaching Artist Sammy Long - Woodworking Kenny Brown - Hill Country Blues Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97838504922?pwd=RmJROGlHd29oY3NncDNkRkRjSlVxZz09 Meeting ID: 978 3850 4922 Passcode: 968142
This week on the Mississippi Arts Hour, Leslie talks with visual artist and MAC Special Initiatives Director, Victoria Meek. Tune in at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio to hear about Victoria’s love of museums and how they helped spark her passion for art at an early age.
This Sunday on Mississippi Arts Hour, Larry talks with photographer and folklorist Robert Stone about Can't Nobody Do Me Like Jesus!, his new book of photographs documenting the "sacred steel" music tradition. A group of African-American churches found throughout the eastern half of the U.S, including in north Mississippi, use the steel guitar as their lead instrument. Listen at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio.
This week on Mississippi Arts Hour, Sarah talks with Benjamin Saulsberry, museum director of the Emmett Till Interpretive Center in Sumner. The two speak about the Emmett Till story and the work of the Interpretive Center. The Center was recently awarded a $691,750 grant from the The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to support racial healing efforts and strategic planning to coordinate the preservation of the Mamie and Emmett Till story across the Mississippi Delta and in Chicago. Hear the show at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio.
JACKSON, MISS. – March 23, 2021 – The Mississippi Arts Commission’s annual Arts Day at the Capitol will take place as a virtual event this year with several online arts advocacy opportunities in lieu of the traditional in-person event. In keeping with its original purpose, the virtual event on Thursday, March 25 will highlight the […]
In Memorium Jackson-based blues guitarist and singer Louis Arzo Youngblood aka “Gearshifter” passed away on March 3, 2021 from heart-related issues. Youngblood was steeped in the blues tradition of southern Mississippi, but mixed in a variety of musical styles into his performances, including R&B and country. Born on Valentine’s Day of 1953 in Picayune, Miss., […]
Up to $10K available for eligible organizations; Submit letter of interest by March 9 JACKSON, MISS. – Feb. 23, 2021 – To help organizations create large-scale, arts-focused work that adapts to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mississippi Arts Commission announces its new Community Response Grant. This grant opportunity will provide up to $10,000 […]
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