Cross-Sector: Legal Basics For Artists Creative Capitol is offering Legal Basics for Artists, an introduction to essential legal concepts for creative practice, including who owns artwork created across different working relationships—such as partnerships and collectives, employment and independent contracting, and collaborations with presenting organizations. The course also … [Read more...]
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Cross Sector Resource: Massachusetts Personal Income Tax Filing Assistance Resources to help you file and pay your Massachusetts taxes. From updates to e-filing, this page has you covered. Also included is how to amend a return and file an extension. Learn more. Of Note: Creative Sector Advocacy Week Join artists, creatives, and cultural sector leaders for MASSCreative's … [Read more...]
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NEW Call to Artists The Massachusetts Environmental Trust (MET) has announced a call for art to Massachusetts artists for North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation artwork to be featured at the Trust's Massachusetts Right Whale Day Celebration on Friday, April 24, 2026 at the New England Aquarium. Artwork must depict anatomically accurate North Atlantic right whale physical … [Read more...]
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Of Note: Local Engagement 101 for Local Cultural Councils, Tribal Cultural Councils, and Cultural Districts Join MASSCreative and the Mass Cultural Council for a webinar on Wednesday, February 4th at 5:30 PM about the ways that Local Cultural Councils, Tribal Cultural Councils, and Cultural Districts can take advantage of Advocacy Week to advance their priorities. Learn more … [Read more...]
Connecting Creatives & Entrepreneurs with Business Resources
Creative entrepreneurs – artists, designers, performers, makers, cultural innovators – are business owners who generate revenue, employ workers, pay taxes, and strengthen local and state economies. One of the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S., the creative economy drives innovation, tourism, and place-based development, making communities more vibrant and competitive and … [Read more...]