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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?

MAC Grants

Grants Process

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?

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May 12

State Arts Conference

Mark your calendar for the State Arts Conference, which will be held Thursday, May 12 at the Two Mississippi Museums in downtown Jackson. See more information and register for the event here.

Jul 3

Mississippi Arts Hour with Chris Offutt

This Sunday on the Mississippi Arts Hour, Larry visits with Oxford-based author Chris Offutt about his new book, “Shifty’s Boys.” It’s the second in a series of books that follows Mick Hardin, a veteran of the war in Iraq and an expert woodsman, as he solves a murder in rural eastern Kentucky. They also talk about Offutt’s longtime love of photography. Listen this Sunday at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio. The show is also available on major podcasting platforms.

Jun 26

Mississippi Arts Hour with Charles Williams and Calvin Phelps

This Sunday on the Mississippi Arts Hour, Sarah talks with Charles Williams, a contemporary visual artist from Georgetown, South Carolina and Calvin Phelps, the founder and director of the Pike School of Art in McComb, Miss. Charles worked with Calvin and the community of McComb to create a new album with sounds and interviews from the town. Listen this Sunday at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio. The show is also available on major podcasting platforms.

Jun 19

Mississippi Arts Hour with David Rae Morris

This Sunday on Mississippi Arts Hour, MAC emeritus director Malcolm White guest hosts the show and visits with photographer and filmmaker David Rae Morris. They discuss his new book, “Love, Daddy: Letters from My Father,” a collection of letters from his father, the late Mississippi writer Willie Morris. Listen at 5 p.m. on MPB Think Radio. The show is also available on major podcasting platforms.

Advocate for the Arts

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Artist Roster: Overview and Complete List

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