A state bill that would secure the future for 4Culture’s arts, heritage and preservation funding programs dropped in the House last Friday. Without legislative action, the state credit on lodging taxes that support 4Culture’s programs will sunset for cultural use in 2012, resulting in a 90 percent cut in 4Culture’s… [ Keep reading ]
In this issue: Arts commission elects chair, commissioners appointed. An assortment of textile artworks are on view at Seattle Municipal Tower through April 1, Don’t miss the application deadline for the Youth Arts program, 11 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 15. Three recently released reports show the economic impact on arts in… [ Keep reading ]
Today’s Seattle Times includes an inspiring story about an art program at The Union Gospel Mission supported by our smART ventures program. The Mission will open a gallery during tomorrow’s First Thursday Art Walk, February 3. Check it out!
In this issue: Message from the interim director: 2010 recap and the future. The 2011 Youth Arts online application will open Wednesday, Dec. 15. Tour the new West Seattle fire station and see Lifter, a new site-specific, 26-foot sculpture. Nearly 200 supporters of equitable arts opportunities for youth attended the… [ Keep reading ]
In this issue: This week, the Office announced $200,000 in awards to 44 individual artists working in the performing arts. Join in a discussion with about arts education at the sixth annual Arts in Education Forum, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 8. The city of Seattle is seeking a director… [ Keep reading ]
Yesterday, Mayor Mike McGinn transmitted his proposed 2011-2012 budget to Seattle City Council. With the city facing an estimated $67 million budget shortfall in the coming biennium, all city departments have been asked to take a proportionate share of cuts to balance the budget and to prepare for the fiscal… [ Keep reading ]
Hey art friends, let’s stay in touch on Facebook and Youtube. Sure, you’ll get art news on this blog, our eNews or RSS feed. But what if you need a last-minute reminder to come eat a yummy Bumbershoot cupcake? What if you missed the free concert at City Hall where the b-boy did… [ Keep reading ]
2010 Mayor’s Arts Award recipients, a funding opportunity, a call, free MP3s and more.
Due to budget constraints, The Office will postpone opening the next funding cycle for organizations to 2011. This means the 132 organizations currently funded by the Office’s Civic Partners program will receive a third year of funding.
In this issue: Arts-related businesses and arts employment in Seattle saw a slight uptick in 2009. We’re seeking up to eight emerging artists to develop temporary large-scale, colorful panels for the fence surrounding the Civic Square construction. Funding is now open for Seattle-based individual artists working in the performing arts…. [ Keep reading ]
