Muskingum County Arts Council

11/04/2026

If you are an artist with a disability, consider applying!

Applications are now open for the Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities.

Each year, we celebrate the work of nine mid-career disabled visual artists, one from each state in Arts Midwest’s region. Each awardee receives $3,000 in unrestricted support to continue their artistic journey.

The Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities award was created in honor of the late James Edward Scherbarth, an award-winning visual artist, visual arts teacher, and advocate of arts access who lived and worked in Minnesota. Jim believed that creativity lives in everyone, and he dedicated his career to helping people express themselves through the visual arts.

Through this award, we recognize disabled visual artists in our region, celebrate their efforts, and encourage their future work.

Learn more and apply at https://artsmidwest.org/about/updates/applications-now-open-2026-midwest-award-for-artists-with-disabilities/.

11/03/2026

Guess what! November is Arts and Health month! This month, we will be posting on the ways the arts affect individual and community health – from how art can create happiness to how it can cure depression; from how it can relieve stress to how it can improve mobility; from building self-confidence to providing a sense of belonging in our communities.

We will link to videos, recommend a book for further reading, and highlight stories of local artists here in Muskingum County. So stay tuned!


CC: CreativeOhio, Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department

11/02/2026

Joshua Prentice, our executive director, will be reading his poetry at The Art Loft at 7pm during the First Friday Art Hop!

Come listen!

CC artcoz | artist colony of zanesville

https://www.theartloftzanesville.com/events?fbclid=IwY2xjawVV6FpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR_yyk-EQnNLAG8QPh8NIxf8ZQudqxFXR_dCnZMUCLN4rP9OzMjeXrG3KdwlEQ_aem_2qUnxqDOVaEZzSOq1ml7qw

10/23/2026

Hey Muskingum County, what are your favorite pieces of public art? What are the ones people tend to forget about? Which ones are unique, or share local historical significance? We mean public art pretty broadly, so while examples include murals, mosaics, and sculptures -- we also mean wacky roofs, beautiful frescoes, fountains, public garden art, and anything else you think is worth mentioning. While there may be examples indoors, we are especially interested in places someone could drive or walk by.

10/16/2026

Calling all artists. 🎨

The deadline to apply for the Bucci Dietz Scholarship is November 1.
This opportunity supports practicing artists and members of ZAAP who are continuing to grow their craft, pursue new learning experiences, or invest in their artistic journey.
Don't let the deadline pass you by. Apply today and take the next step in your creative work.
Learn more and submit your application before November 1. www.mccf.org/apply

10/14/2026

Muskingum County Arts Council Launches Youth Poet Laureate Program

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09/30/2026

Hey Muskingum County!

We are proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Muskingum County Youth Poet Laureate program!

Presented in partnership with Urban Word and generously sponsored by the Ohio Arts Council, the initiative seeks to amplify youth voices and celebrate young writers who champion civic engagement and serve the community across the county.

This new local initiative brings Muskingum County into a prestigious nationwide movement. Founded by Urban Word and supported by leading literary institutions like the Library of Congress, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Academy of American Poets, the National Youth Poet Laureate Program recognizes young leaders who combine artistic excellence with community involvement.

The initiative is designed to foster long-term mentorship and artistic development for the chosen youth poet laureate. As one of only a few local partnerships of its kind in Ohio, the program also spotlights the region.

For full submission guidelines, program information and benefits (including the application deadline), or for more information on the national program, visit:

www.artsmuskingum.com/muskingum-county-youth-poet-laureate/

This year-long national youth poet laureate program is intended for students age 13-18 and is locally hosted by The Musk Co Arts Council.

09/17/2026

"An Evening With Black Atticus" was a hugely successful event! THANK YOU to all who came! Check out these photos by Chad Kettlewell Photography. The evening included a conversation with Executive Director Joshua Prentice, and a meet-and-greet after the performance. Thanks to the sponsors of the event, the Muskingum County Community Foundation, Weasel Boy Brewing, Visit Zanesville, Ohio, and our locally-owned Quality Inn.

09/15/2026

Due to several issues, our event tonight HAS BEEN CANCELLED. We apologize for any inconvenience and the short notice.