State of the Arts in Mississippi – David Lewis
An important element of my job (and even part of our strategic plan) is to keep elected officials at the state and federal levels familiar with the work of the […]
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Mississippi Arts Commission Announces NEW Public Art in Community Grant
The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) has partnered with the Levitt Foundation, Visit Mississippi, Mississippi Main Street Association and the Mississippi Humanities Council to create the new Mississippi Public Art in […]
Ann Fisher-Wirth is Mississippi’s Poet Laureate
Governor Tate Reeves has appointed accomplished poet Ann Fisher-Wirth of Oxford, Miss., as Mississippi’s Poet Laureate. Serving as the official state poet for a term of four years, the state’s […]
Saabria Prater is the 2025 Mississippi Poetry Out Loud Champion
Jackson, MS – The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) is pleased to announce that Saabria Prater, a Senior at Pascagoula High School, is the 2025 Mississippi Poetry Out Loud® (POL) champion. […]
2025 Governor’s Arts Awards
The Governor’s Arts Awards program signifies the important relationship between government and the arts. Established in 1988, the Governor’s Arts Awards recognize individuals and organizations who have made noteworthy contributions […]
Mississippi Celebrates Arts Week
Governor Reeves proclaimed February 3-7, 2025, to be Arts Week in Mississippi. On Tuesday, February 4, the Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) hosted the 2025 Arts Day at the Capitol as […]
MAC 2024 Year End Recap
2024 was a busy year for MAC. Our team traveled throughout the state, meeting with grantees, partners, and community members. Also, this year, our team moved into our new office […]
2024 State Arts Conference Recap
By: David Lewis Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 State Arts Conference Presented by the Westin Jackson! This year, we focused on some key topics that are a […]
MAC Awards $3.5 Million Through the Building Fund for the Arts Grant to 20 Arts Organizations in 13 Counties
JACKSON, MS – The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) is pleased to award $3.5 million to 20 organizations in 13 counties in Mississippi through the Building Fund for the Arts (BFA) […]
The Mississippi Arts Commission Announces Six 2025 Governor’s Arts Awards Recipients
The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Governor’s Arts Awards. This year, MAC is thrilled to honor two incredible storytellers, two musical acts, […]