Rowan Arts Council

06/04/2026

The deadline for submissions has been EXTENDED to Saturday June 6th! If you haven't already, submit your application now!

*CALL FOR ARTISTS*

Town of East Spencer is inviting artists to apply to complete a "Welcome to East Spencer" mural as the Town prepares for their 125-year celebration. The project includes a $2,750 stipend for the selected artist(s).

The Town of East Spencer is requesting concepts for a 4’ x 8’ “Welcome to East Spencer” mural that reflects East Spencer’s beauty, history, and the town’s positive growth.

Applications close June 3rd. The Selected Artist will be notified on June 10th, and the project must be completed by June 29th, 2026.

Mural guidelines and application are available at eastspencer.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation

06/02/2026

We are just under two weeks away from the second annual Meet the Artist Festival! This year's festival features 33 incredible local artists across multiple visual and performing mediums, children's painting area, food trucks, and more! Admission is FREE

Come enjoy a day of local art and community on June 13th at Livingstone Hospitality Campus 530 Jake Alexander Blvd S., Salisbury, NC.

05/31/2026

The Rowan Arts Council is looking for volunteers for our Second Annual Meet The Artists Festival. We are excited to support Artists as they share their talents and skills with the community. We would like to extend an opportunity for the community to come volunteer and assist artists, vendors and at...

05/29/2026

Check out the map for this weekend's art crawl!

Come out tomorrow Saturday, May 30th from 5-7 p.m. for the Salisbury Art Crawl, a night of creativity and community!

Spend your evening with us to experience a wide range of art, meet artists and art lovers and enjoy some of your favorite downtown businesses!

Mean Mug Coffee Company, Pottery 101 NC, Heart of Salisbury, Fine Frame Gallery, South Main Book Co, -plant-exchange, SHUG’s at Brooklyn South Square, .salisbury

05/25/2026

Volunteer Opportunity‼️ The Rowan Arts Council is requesting volunteers for the Meet The Artist Festival. If you or someone you know may be interested, please complete the form below. Limited time for volunteers.

The Rowan Arts Council is looking for volunteers for our Second Annual Meet The Artists Festival. We are excited to support Artists as they share their talents and skills with the community. We would like to extend an opportunity for the community to come volunteer and assist artists, vendors and at...

05/15/2026

*CALL FOR ARTISTS*

Town of East Spencer is inviting artists to apply to complete a "Welcome to East Spencer" mural as the Town prepares for their 125-year celebration. The project includes a $2,750 stipend for the selected artist(s).

The Town of East Spencer is requesting concepts for a 4’ x 8’ “Welcome to East Spencer” mural that reflects East Spencer’s beauty, history, and the town’s positive growth.

Applications close June 3rd. The Selected Artist will be notified on June 10th, and the project must be completed by June 29th, 2026.

Mural guidelines and application are available at eastspencer.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation

04/19/2026

Photographers, don’t forget about our meet up today at Palms Cafe at 11! We are excited to see you all!

Calling all photographers!

This Sunday, we are hosting a photography meet-up at Palm's Cafe at 11 a.m.. 📷 Whether you're new to photography or deeply experienced, come build community with other photographers and enjoy the shared passion for photography . Bring a few of your favorite prints to exchange with everyone!

04/14/2026

Calling all photographers!

This Sunday, we are hosting a photography meet-up at Palm's Cafe at 11 a.m.. 📷 Whether you're new to photography or deeply experienced, come build community with other photographers and enjoy the shared passion for photography . Bring a few of your favorite prints to exchange with everyone!

04/10/2026

We are ecstatic to announce the second annual Meet the Artist Festival and this year's Featured Artists!

Come out June 13th from 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. to experience a wide range of visual and performing artists, meet this year's 35 Featured Artists and be a part of the incredible art community in Rowan County!

Rowan Arts Council created this festival to empower and highlight Rowan County's local artists by providing a platform to express, share, and sell their art. Last year's response was overwhelmingly positive and we are excited to do it all again!

Where: Livingstone Hospitality Campus (530 Jake Alexander BLVD S, Salisbury)
When: June 13, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The event is free to attend!