Jersey City Arts Council

06/27/2024

On Saturday, June 29th!…. In recognition of Juneteenth, the Bethune Center will host the first Jersey City Black Comic-Con, which will provide a platform for creatives of Color to display their talents in the fields of comics, sci-fi fi, anime, horror, cosplay, and more!… Along with an array of related merchandise! Fan-Boys/Girls of all ages are welcome to participate in this exciting event where imaginations can flourish.

All Are Welcome!
Free to the Public!
Free Parking Available!

City of Jersey City Official Government Page. Jersey City Times Art Fair 14C

02/24/2024

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to pick the brains of some of the best in the business. The Bethune Center will feature keynote panelists renowned Figurative Sculptor Tanda Francis, Director and Producer Daniel Ali, and legendary Painter Professor Ben Jones!

The Bethune Center, 140 MLK Dr., Jersey City. Sat 1pm - 6pm. Discussion panel is from 3 PM - 4:30 PM. For more info call (201) 547- 3087. The Bethune Center of Jersey City

02/23/2024

Important Announcement!!! We’ve updated our flier to promote a recently added live information session (hosted by Elizabeth Lorenzo) that will take place at this event. She will provide details on how local artist can apply for the Jersey City Arts & Culture Trust Fund Grant. This information is especially valuable when it comes to supporting entrepreneurship in the arts within our communities of Color. Don’t Miss Out!!! The Bethune Center of Jersey City

02/23/2024

All are welcome to the Bethune center this Saturday, February 24th for their 2ndAnnual Black Business Expo 2024. This year, the focus is on bringing attention to the economic prosperity that is generated from the ARTS, and specifically, how communities of Color can begin to benefit from its talents within. Our creative sectors are essential contributors to the financial growth of cities across the nation. Therefore, the JC Arts Council understands the importance of connecting artist, or those seeking to join the field, with an opportunities to network, promote their business, explore career opportunities, and learn from the professionals.

Open to the Public!.... Parking Available!

02/28/2023

The application deadline for grants through the Jersey City Arts & Culture Trust Fund is this Friday, March 3 at 5pm! Grants are available for Programs, Arts Education, and Operating Support.

Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Grants for July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 Applications for Program Grants, Arts Education Grants and General Operating Support For Grant Application, please CLICK HERE For Program and Arts Education Grant Eligibility, please CLICK HERE For General Operating Grant Eligibility, p...

02/13/2023

Applications are open for the Individual Artist Fellowship grants! Open to artists in Jersey City as part of the JC Arts & Culture Trust. Deadline to apply is May 3.

Individual Artist Fellowship Fellowship GuidelinesThe goal of the Individual Artist Fellowship program is to provide residents of Jersey City who are exploring a career in the arts with an unrestricted grant to support and supplement their creative output over the year. Awards recognize exceptional....

01/23/2023

Applications are open for the Individual Artist Fellowship program, which awards grants to artists living in Jersey City. Guidelines and application through the link!

Individual Artist Fellowship Fellowship GuidelinesThe goal of the Individual Artist Fellowship program is to provide residents of Jersey City who are exploring a career in the arts with an unrestricted grant to support and supplement their creative output over the year. Awards recognize exceptional....

01/20/2023

Congratulations to Eleven Muldrow, the grand prize recipient of the Antenna Grant for Women in the Arts! In addition to grant funds to sustain her art practice, Eleven will be receiving a 6-month mentorship with artists Theda Sandiford, Shamona Stokes, and Danielle Scott.

This years jurors/mentors were impressed with both her artwork and her commitment to community. In addition to being a student at the Cooper Union, she also leads healing gatherings within her community. Eleven's artwork aims to "reimagine cosnciousness, spirituality, art and ancestral connection for forgotten/black/alienated/neurodivergent/awake/indigenous people all over the world."

12/23/2022

Thanks to everyone who came out for the Arts Awards!!! 🙌
This year we asked awardees to send us a 10-word acceptance statement/speech we could share. You can read them all through the link.

Thanks to everyone who came out last week and supported this year’s Jersey City Arts Awards! This was the fifth year we’ve presented the awards and the first time since 2019.

12/13/2022

Today only we're having a sale on Arts Awards tickets - only $30! Check it out!! 🎟🎟🎟

Join us for the 5th annual Jersey City Arts Awards ! The Jersey City Arts Awards recognize the creative artists and organizations at the forefront of our...