Arts Access North Carolina

08/27/2026

The city of Raleigh is looking to create it's own directory of emerging artists for public art projects. They want to hear from artists to make sure they will build it in a way that works for all. There is a virtual information session on Friday, Sept. 4, at noon.

Raleigh Arts is creating an Emerging Public Artist Registry and wants your feedback!This fall, the public arts team will launch a new way for local artists to be considered for public art projects under $30,000.Our Emerging Public Artist Registry will be open to NC-based artists working as muralists

08/26/2026

This Thursday, Aug. 27 and Friday, Aug. 28 are the last two days to view our free Prism art exhibition, featuring amazing works from 14 disabled artists from around the Triangle. These works showcase the talents of artists in various stages of their careers from emerging to professional. https://artsaccessinc.org/prism-art-exhibition/

[Photo 1: painting with the figure of a woman in the center resting on crutches. The woman is wearing a mask that is cracked. One of her legs is covered by a small-scale hurricane. Behind her are two large raven wings. Above one of the wings is a jumping horse, above the other wing is a jumping cow.]

[Photo 2: An abstract painting with a large red streak covering the bottom left and continuing across the bottom of the canvas, with a strong yellow background. There are bursts of purple and greens against the yellow.]

[Photo 3: A painting of a sand dune]

08/22/2026

Raleigh residents, make sure your voices are heard.

📣 Your Voice, Citywide Impact

Help improve access to arts, parks, cultural, and recreational programs in Raleigh, and share feedback on the needs and opportunities within the city’s creative sector. These surveys are part of Raleigh’s Strategic Plan, which was developed based on City Council’s vision and resident feedback to improve quality of life across several key areas.

Share your feedback below:

🌱 For Arts, parks, cultural, and recreational programs: https://bit.ly/4bJU0q1

🌱 For Creators and creative organizations: https://bit.ly/4gmUkgV

08/22/2026

We're open today until 6 p.m.! Come by and see our free Prism art exhibition which includes works like " We are of this Earth" from Durham artist Tess Kursel. Her work represents "the sacredness of the natural world, our interconnectedness with it, and our responsibility to be guardians and stewards."

The Prism free exhibition features the work of Kursel and 13 other disabed artists from around the Triangle. Many of the works are for sale and the proceeds go to the artists. Find out more at: https://artsaccessinc.org/prism-art-exhibition

[Caption: A black woman looks left as if she's looking at the sun with a blue flower reaching over her and leaning to appear as if it's petals are her hat]

08/20/2026

Join us tonight from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Jobe House to share your feedback about public art for the GoRaleigh/GoWake Access Transit Facility.

Thank you for printing this page from the City of Raleigh's Official Website (www.raleighnc.gov) https://raleighnc.gov/arts/events/designing-together-accessible-public-art-conversation 08/06/2026 2:58 pm

08/18/2026

Guess what tool artist Alexandre E. Henrique used to create "Ageless"? If you guessed his "hands", you would be correct. Come see this work and the work of 13 other artists from around the Triangle at our free exhibition " Prism". The exhibition showcases the work of disabled artists. 100% of the sale proceeds go to the artists. "Prism" runs through Aug. 28. https://artsaccessinc.org/prism-art-exhibition/

Learn more about Alexandre: Website: www.alexandreemmanuel.art

[Photo: Painting of the face of an older black man with a white beard. His wrinkles are deeply etched and there is a profound sense of sadness reflected in his expression and eyes].

08/17/2026

This is going to be a busy week for Arts Access North Carolina, we hope you will join us:

✅ Wednesday, Aug. 19: Hosting a free art craft making table at Marbles Kids Museum's sensory friendly family night. Registration required. https://marbleskidsmuseum.org/production/sensory-friendly-playtime/

✅Thursday, Aug. 20: Resource table at the Greater Raleigh CVB's annual meeting. https://www.visitraleigh.com/partners/annual-meeting/

✅ Free "Prism" art exhibition weekly hours. The show is open to the public from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. , Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and by appointment, through Aug. 28. Accessible services available. https://artsaccessinc.org/prism-art-exhibition/

✅ Thursday, Aug. 20: Public input session hosted at our office/gallery co-working space for and GoRaleigh's new transit center. https://raleighnc.gov/arts/events/designing-together-accessible-public-art-conversation

✅ Friday, Aug. 21: Free pop up art market during Durham's Third Friday Gallery art walk. The Arts Access pop up market for Artist Link Project, is in the lobby of the Marriott City Center from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. View and shop the work of disabled artists.

08/10/2026

Wake County Artists who need help or want more information on how to apply for a United Arts grant can attend an free workshop hosted by VAE Raleigh on Aug. 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Trophy Brewing Five Points. Make sure to register in advance to reserve your spot. Support from this workshop is also provided by United Arts Wake County and Triangle ArtWorks. https://secure.triangleartworks.org/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F52919

08/09/2026

We had a great time Saturday viewing the work of 14 Triangle artists during our opening reception of our Prism exhibition. Thank you to all of the artists who attended, their families, friends and members of the community! The free exhibition runs until Aug. 28. . The gallery is open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. https://artsaccessinc.org/prism-art-exhibition/

[Photos: various pictures of artists and the public standing around different spaces in the art gallery talking and/or posing for photos.]

08/07/2026

It's been a busy few days at Arts Access North Carolina as we've been installing our new art exhibition "Prism" which officially opens tomorrow, Aug. 8! The reception is from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jobe House, 909 W. Morgan Street in Raleigh. The opening reception is free to attend and all are welcome! https://artsaccessinc.org/prism-art-exhibition/

[Photo 1: Artist Calvin Brett, a tall slim young black man, stands facing his artwork Cardboard Tree #5, which is made up of pieces of cardboard cut outs in heart shapes of varying sizes in black and pink on a white background]

[Photo 2: A three-story blue house, with a front porch, and ramp on the left side. There is a sign hanging from the porch that says the Jobe House and VAE, Artspace and Arts Access]

[Photo 3: A small abstract piece of art lying flat against some brown wrapping paper]