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The Nevada Arts Council, a division of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, supports the work of Nevada artists, arts organizations and institutions and is funded by the Nevada State Legislature, the National Endowment for the Arts.

06/19/2026

From classrooms and community centers to cultural celebrations across Nevada, Harold Akyeampong has dedicated his life to sharing African music, traditions, and the power of connection.

As a Nevada Heritage Fellow, Harold’s work extends far beyond performance—he creates spaces where people of all ages can learn, belong, and discover the richness of cultural heritage through rhythm, storytelling, and community.

In this short documentary, hear from students, colleagues, and community members whose lives have been impacted by Harold’s generosity, mentorship, and passion for preserving tradition.

Special thanks to the locations that welcomed our crew and helped make this film possible:
• The Smith Center
• Helen Toland
• West Flamingo Senior Center
• Sandra B. Abston Elementary
• Our Lady of Las Vegas School
• Calabash African Kitchen

Presented by the Nevada Arts Council.

06/18/2026

‘Long May She Wave’ ❤🇺🇸

Elko County and the Elko Art Foundation teamed up to honor America 250 with this new, permanent mosaic art piece in the entrance to the administration building in the Courthouse complex.

More than 100 awesome local artists contributed to the piece with drawing, painting, and collage. It will be dedicated, along with a new ‘Declaration of Independence’ sculpture, in the downtown parking corridor, on Thursday June 25 at 4:00 in the courtyard at the Elko County Courthouse. Everyone is welcome to attend to kick of America’s big birthday!

with- America250 Nevada, America250, Nevada Arts Council, Elko Convention & Visitors Authority

Join our very own Michelle Patrick, Community Arts Development Specialist and ADA Coordinator, for Juneteenth in the Pre...
06/18/2026

Join our very own Michelle Patrick, Community Arts Development Specialist and ADA Coordinator, for Juneteenth in the Present: An Art Exhibition at the City of Henderson Government. ❤️🖤💚

This exhibition explores Juneteenth and the meaning of freedom today through visual art, featuring a range of works that reflect independence, identity, and lived experience.

This free exhibit is open during City Hall hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Exhibition on view through July 20, 2026.

Learn more about the exhibit: [LINK] https://www.cityofhenderson.com/government/departments/parks-and-recreation/galleries-and-public-art/

06/17/2026

Explore Nevada’s arts and cultural network in one place.

The Nevada Arts Council Organizations Directory connects you to arts nonprofits, cultural centers, museums, historical societies, and municipal cultural programs across the state. Each listing includes key details and contact information to support collaboration, engagement, and access to resources.

From partnerships to public programs, this directory helps you discover the organizations shaping Nevada’s cultural landscape.

Free to join and easy to access, it’s your go-to directory for connecting with Nevada’s arts community.

Explore the directory: [LINK]
https://www.nvartscouncil.org/directory/organizations/

What stories do Nevada’s rural landscapes hold over time? 🌾Our Rural Moments: Snapshots from the Nevada Folklife Archive...
06/16/2026

What stories do Nevada’s rural landscapes hold over time? 🌾

Our Rural Moments: Snapshots from the Nevada Folklife Archives highlight everyday life in rural Nevada between 1985 and 1989. These photographs, taken by Nevada Arts Council folklorists, document ranching, gathering places, and landscapes shaped by tradition and daily life.

The Nevada Arts Council’s Folklife Program preserves and shares the living traditions of communities across the state. These images remind us that while tools and technology change, many traditions continue to evolve while staying rooted in place and history.

Explore Rural Moments and the Nevada Folklife Archives: [LINK]
https://www.nvartscouncil.org/programs/folklife/rural-moments/

What could your next arts project become with national funding behind it? 🎨The National Endowment for the Arts Grants fo...
06/15/2026

What could your next arts project become with national funding behind it? 🎨

The National Endowment for the Arts Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) supports creative work that brings the arts into communities across the country, from arts education and cultural heritage to theater, music, visual arts, and arts and health initiatives.

This opportunity is open to organizations of all sizes, including first-time and returning applicants serving rural, urban, suburban, and tribal communities.

Explore eligibility and apply: [LINK] https://www.nvartscouncil.org/job/grants-for-arts-projects-gap-2/

What if your music could do more than move people? What if it could move communities? 🎵Join the Creative Assets: Turning...
06/12/2026

What if your music could do more than move people? What if it could move communities? 🎵

Join the Creative Assets: Turning Artistic Vision into Community Value MCA Workshop Information Session to explore how artists and musicians can turn their creative talents into meaningful community impact.

Hosted in partnership with the Nevada Arts Council, City of Henderson Government, and Music to Life, this virtual session will introduce opportunities to build skills in social entrepreneurship, collaboration, and community centered program design while creating positive change through the arts.

📅 June 24, 2026
⏰ Noon to 2 p.m. PT
💻 Virtual Information Session

Whether you're a musician, artist, creative entrepreneur, or community advocate, you'll learn how artistic vision can become a powerful force for community connection and transformation.

👉 Reserve your spot today: [LINK] https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V6EOTJx2QgqC1ldWKKHDYw #/registration

06/12/2026

Please make plans to attend the dedication of two new public art pieces in downtown Elko to celebrate America 250!

with- The City of Elko, Elko Area Chamber, Elko County Art Club, Nevada Arts Council, America250 Nevada

These grants are open and ready for you to apply 📣The Nevada Arts Council supports the work of Nevada artists and arts a...
06/11/2026

These grants are open and ready for you to apply 📣

The Nevada Arts Council supports the work of Nevada artists and arts and cultural organizations through a range of grant funding opportunities designed to strengthen creativity, access, and impact across our state.

Explore current open grant opportunities and review guidelines to find the right fit for your work or organization: [LINK] https://www.nvartscouncil.org/grant-offerings-2027/

Nevada stories, told by Nevadans 🎧The America250 Nevada Our Nevada Stories podcast is now airing.Over the past eight mon...
06/10/2026

Nevada stories, told by Nevadans 🎧

The America250 Nevada Our Nevada Stories podcast is now airing.

Over the past eight months, Nevada Arts Council State Folklorist Brad McMullen has traveled across the state collecting lived experiences from Nevadans about their communities, histories, and everyday life. The result is a living archive that captures the personal, entertaining, and inspiring moments shaping Nevada today and preserves them as part of our shared cultural history.

New episodes air weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, as well as on Nevada Public Radio in Southern Nevada and KUNR Public Radio in Northern Nevada, from May 28 through July 2.

Each episode explores a different side of Nevada life, from becoming a Nevadan and life on the land to gaming, changing communities, and the stories that could only happen here.

Explore Our Nevada Stories: [LINK] https://www.america250nevada.org/our-nevada-stories

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Carson City, NV
89501

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