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 […]
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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, […]
The Mississippi Arts Commission Awards Over $1.7 Million in Grants for Arts Projects and Programs in Mississippi
The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) is investing over $1.7 million through grants in more than 300 organizations, schools, and individual artists throughout the state for the fiscal year 2025.
MAC Calls for 2025 Governor’s Arts Awards Nominations
The Mississippi Arts Commission is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Governor’s Arts Awards, an annual ceremony that recognizes individuals and organizations who have made noteworthy contributions to the arts in Mississippi. The awards are presented in partnership with the Governor’s Office and signify the important relationship between government and the arts. The deadline to submit nominations for the 2025 Governor’s Arts Awards is June 5, 2024. Award nominations may be submitted online via MAC’s website at arts.ms.gov/gaa.
Nominations for Mississippi’s Poet Laureate Open April 1
The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) and the Mississippi Poet Laureate Selection Panel, in partnership with Governor Tate Reeves, will begin accepting nominations for the next Mississippi Poet Laureate on Monday, April 1, 2024.
MAC Awards $5.2 Million Through the Building Fund for the Arts Grant to 34 Arts Organizations in 23 Counties
The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) awarded $5.2 million to 34 arts organizations in 23 counties in Mississippi through the Building Fund for the Arts (BFA) grant for FY2024. The funding opportunity provided through the BFA grant supports the much-needed repair, renovation, expansion, or construction of Mississippi facilities that serve as sites for year-round arts programming in their communities.
2023 State Arts Conference Recap
Thank you to everyone who came to our 2023 State Arts Conference presented by The Westin Jackson. You showed up, and it was incredible!
David’s Travel Log – Rolling Fork
At our upcoming State Arts Conference on October 11-12, 2023, you can watch the carving of one of the famous bears of Rolling Fork in preparation for the triumphant return of the Great Delta Bear Affair Festival, which takes place in Rolling Fork on October 28, 2023. We have partnered with the Lower Mississippi Delta Partnership to sponsor the carving of this year’s bear in an effort to assist with the rebuilding efforts in Rolling Fork in an artful way.