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?
Watch the premiere of the 33rd Governor's Arts Awards at 8 p.m. CST on MPB Television. If you are outside of MPB's coverage area, you can watch online by visiting mpbonline.org and clicking "LIVE TV." Find out more about this years awards HERE.
MPB Television will re-broadcast the 33rd Governor’s Arts Awards at 3 p.m. CST. If you are outside of MPB's coverage area, you can watch the show by visiting mpbonline.org and clicking "LIVE TV." Find out more about this years awards at HERE.
On this special edition of Mississippi Arts Hour, the 33rd Governor's Arts Awards will air as a radio presentation. Listen to this year's show on MPB Think Radio at 5 p.m. If you are outside of MPB's coverage area, you can listen to the show by visiting mpbonline.org and using the "Listen Live" feature. Find out more about this years awards HERE.
MPB Television will re-broadcast the 33rd Governor’s Arts Awards at 2 p.m. CST. If you are outside of MPB's coverage area, you can watch the show by visiting mpbonline.org and clicking "LIVE TV." Find out more about this years awards at HERE.
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 […]
The roots of American music run deep through Mississippi and are well planted in the soul of Raphael Semmes. For a successful 40-year career as a musician and for promoting Mississippi’s music culture, Raphael Semmes will receive the 2021 Governor’s Award for Cultural Ambassador. Raphael was raised in Grenada by parents who nurtured his love […]
JACKSON, MISS. – February 8, 2021 – The Mississippi Arts Commission is now accepting applications for its annual grant programs, and to assist grant applicants, the agency will host a series of virtual “Office Hours.” Grant applications will be accepted until the deadline of Monday, March 1. Grants available for individuals include Artist Fellowships, Individual […]
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