Since 2024, Mass Cultural Council has been proud to partner with the Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll to exhibit Massachusetts artists in the Governor's reception area in the State House. The current exhibition is titled "Made in Mass." and features Pelle Cass … [Read More...]
Recent Posts
Artist Opportunities Line By Line
Playwright Commission Opportunity: A New Play About Shays' Rebellion The Majestic Theater in West Springfield, MA, invites submissions from playwrights interested in developing an original full-length play about Shays' Rebellion (1786–1787)—a … [Read More...]
Ocean Spraying Artist Opportunities
Of Note: Join the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) for Tourism U - a professional development series for the Massachusetts tourism industry. In this session you’ll learn about ways to connect with Mass. Office of Travel and Tourism … [Read More...]
Mass Open Studios Fall 26
Mass Cultural Council believes that the work of artists is essential to our vibrant communities. If you're interested in connecting with creative practitioners in your very own neighborhood, consider attending a nearby open studios event. Check … [Read More...]
Arts & Business Insights: Liv Cappello
Liv Cappello is an oil painter who has received multiple grants from the Somerville Arts Council and has exhibited at Logan Airport, Aeronaut Brewery, and elsewhere. She's also the developer of the online resource Gesso, a studio management and … [Read More...]
Electrified Artist Opportunities
Of Note: Join the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) for Tourism U - a professional development series for the Massachusetts tourism industry. In this session you’ll learn about ways to connect with Mass. Office of Travel and Tourism … [Read More...]
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From the Archives
Arts & Business Insights: Julia Emiliani
As part of our series on Creative Entrepreneurialism, we spoke with Julia Emiliani a Boston-based illustrator & designer creating vibrant artwork for murals, packaging, advertising, brand design, and more. Tell me … [Read More...]
Announcing 464 Grants for Creative Individuals
Mass Cultural Council believes that when creativity thrives, so does the Commonwealth. We are honored to announce 464 grants of $5,000 each - a total of $2,320,000 - supporting artists, culture bearers, and creative … [Read More...]
Opportunities for Native American and Indigenous Artists and Culture Bearers in Massachusetts
The voices of Native American and Indigenous artists and culture bearers in Massachusetts are vital to our communities, the broader region, and beyond. It’s important that we support them in sharing their stories, … [Read More...]
Guide to Writing a Call to Artists
When crafting a call to artists or RFP, be clear and concise, include all relevant dates, make it shareable, and show you value artists and their work. Artist wanted to paint my portrait. Must enjoy long hours … [Read More...]
Funding for Massachusetts Artists and Culture Bearers
Nayana LaFond (Grantee '23), ANONYMOUS, WOMAN OF THE WHITE BUFFALO, from the PORTRAITS IN RED series, acrylic on canvas, 24x36 in. You're a Massachusetts artist or culture bearer, and you're looking for … [Read More...]
Fundamentals of Applying for Grants
You, too, can craft grant applications that soar. This article is adapted from a presentation at the TransCultural Exchange Conference in Boston, November 4, 2022. It covers the fundamentals of applying for grants as … [Read More...]