The First Lady of Bass: Nellie “Mack” McInnis
For a successful 40 year music career and for shattering gender stereotypes for jazz, funk, and blues bass players, Nellie “Mack” McInnis will receive the 2021 Governor’s Award for Excellence […]
Don’t Stop ‘til You Get Enough: Benjamin Wright Jr., Lifetime Achievement Award
For his extensive, award-winning career as a producer, musician, composer, and arranger, the 2021 Governor’s Arts Awards Lifetime Achievement Award will go to Benjamin Wright. This particular award always goes […]
Tutwiler Quilters: Building Community through the Arts
Fabric, needles, and thread, in the skillful hands of community members, have created beautiful, functional art and an economic boost for the Delta community of Tutwiler. On February 19, 2021 […]
Director’s Message: Fall 2020
Greetings Arts Community, I’m thrilled to introduce myself as the new executive director of the Mississippi Arts Commission. Since starting with MAC on Nov. 2, I’ve been learning all about […]
Open MAC Positions: Fiscal Officer and Systems Manager
As MAC begins a new era under the leadership of Executive Director Sarah Story, the agency is looking for new team members to join the agency’s administrative staff. We are […]
Shirley Smith retires after 28 years with MAC
After a 33-year career with the State of Mississippi, Shirley Smith is retiring as systems administrator of the Mississippi Arts Commission. As the agency’s longest tenured employee, Shirley has worked […]
Mississippi Artists Let Their Light Shine
In the midst of COVID-19, we could all use a little more light. MAC’s latest video features artists across the state of Mississippi who answered a call to share glimpses […]
MAC Responds to COVID 19: Grant Updates and Funding Opportunities
Like restaurants and retail, the arts have taken a big hit as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Closed museums, galleries, schools, and event venues mean lost revenue for both […]
Mississippi Small Businesses and Non-Profits Can Now Apply for SBA Disaster Loans
The arts have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Cancelled events, closed doors, and postponed programs mean lost revenue for so many of MAC’s constituents. As the situation unfolds, […]
Special Message from the Director
Arts Community, How the world can change in a week’s time! COVID 19 is having a major impact on everyone, in every sector of society. We recognize the particular impact […]