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?
Don’t miss our upcoming panel discussion on Wednesday, October 20 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m at the Ecoshed. Moderated by Mary Kathryn Evans, the discussion will focus on the importance of mental health in the arts community. Panelists Lydia Martin, Robert Morris, and Alli Bostrom Smith will share their insight.
Mark your calendar for the State Arts Conference, which will be held Thursday, May 12 at the Two Mississippi Museums in downtown Jackson. Events will also be held the day before on Wednesday, May 11 for specific audiences. The conference theme, speakers, sessions, and more will be announced soon.
On this episode of Mississippi Arts Hour, Sarah talks with Claire Whitehurst, a Jackson-based painter, printmaker and ceramicist. The two talk about Claire's techniques and inspirations as well as the new book Mirror Drawings. Published by Drum Machine Editions, Claire created this bound suite of screen prints as a 2021 publishing resident at Drum Machine. They also discuss Claire's online exhibition, Mississippi Shade with Steve Turner gallery in Los Angeles. Listen at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio.
On today's Mississippi Arts Hour, Larry visits with Daniel De Visé, author of the new biography on BB King, “King of the Blues: The Rise and Reign of BB King.” De Visé talks about how King’s childhood shaped his drive to succeed, how he invented his own unique guitar style, and the ups and downs of his 60+ year career. Listen at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio.
Now that the holidays are officially upon us, we turn our attention to long-awaited gatherings as well as artful events and gifts. Opportunities to celebrate creatively abound. From street festivals […]
JACKSON, MISS. – October 29, 2021 – The Mississippi Arts Commission is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Governor’s Arts Awards as well as the return of an in-person ceremony […]
Message from the Director | October 2021 October invites us outside, to gatherings, fairs, awareness events, spooky parties and more. For the arts, that means outdoor festivals like the Cotton […]
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