Mass Cultural Council is honored to announce that today (May 30, 2025), at the start of the Mass Poetry Festival in Salem, Governor Maura Healey swore in Regie Gibson as the inaugural Poet Laureate of Massachusetts. The Poet Laureate of Massachusetts is an honorary, statewide position responsible for inspiring the next generation of poets and readers; advancing literacy, … [Read more...]
Recent Posts
Recent posts about the creative process, support for individual artists, and new art in Massachusetts.
Flocking to Artist Opportunities
Free Museum Admission Program for Active-Duty Military Personnel and Their Families, Including National Guard and Reserve Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, in collaboration with the Department of Defense and museums across America, offering free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and … [Read more...]
Fun House Artist Opportunities
Of Note: MASSCreative's Creative Sector Summit is an annual convening of cultural thought leaders, artists, creatives, policy advocates, educators, culture bearers, arts administrators, teaching artists, and public officials. Throughout the day, you can expect 16 participatory workshops and cross-sector panel conversations to support your arts activism and community organizing. … [Read more...]
Solar Powered Artist Opportunities
Take The Survey: NEA Grant Cancellation Did your organization recently receive notice that your NEA grant was cancelled or withdrawn? If so, please complete this survey, hosted by MASSCreative and other regional state arts advocacy organizations in New England, so we can share stories of impact with legislators. The survey will close on May 23, 2025 at 5 PM. Of Note: … [Read more...]
Submit Your Ideas for New State Emblems
The Massachusetts Seal, Flag, and Motto Advisory Commission, of which Mass Cultural Council is a named member, is actively seeking public submissions to reimagine our state's official symbols. Established by the Legislature, the Commission is dedicated to developing new emblems that truly reflect the shared values, dynamic history, and vibrant diversity of our state. The … [Read more...]