Info Session
Learn how community input and development are important aspects of running a successful LCC
Mass Cultural Council has released a case statement on the benefits of arts and cultural funding to the state’s economy, communities, and the education of our young people – and what long-term reinvestment in Mass Cultural Council's work can accomplish.
A powerful argument for robust public investment in arts and culture has been made this week, albeit unintentionally, with a recent high-profile suggestion that cultural sites in the Middle East could be in potential danger.
Each spring, we encourage Local Cultural Councils (LCCs) to gather community input to better inform council priorities for each granting season. Input can be gathered from in-person conversations, public convenings, and/or through surveys. Collecting viewpoints from members of the community can help LCC members better understand the community’s needs, interests, and knowledge of local resources.
Media sponsorships are part of our long-term effort to leverage our unique position as Massachusetts’ largest public investor in arts and culture to raise the visibility and impact of our sector.
Last week the governing Council of the Mass Cultural Council closed its business meeting in a very special way: honoring Executive Director Anita Walker with a surprise, virtual celebration of her 13 years at the Agency’s helm.
Applicability Mass Cultural Council’s Access Policy applies only to events and services that are directly organized and hosted by the Agency. Grant recipients are encouraged to review this policy as a model of best practice when developing their own accessibility strategies. We have also provided resources at the bottom of this page that may be helpful to grantees to review when developing their own policies. Mass Cultural Council’s Commitment to Accessibility Mass Cultural Council is dedicated to making its events and services inclusive and accessible to all. Our contact for accommodations is Christian Kelly, who can be reached at 617-858-2709. Request Accommodation for Mass Cultural ...
Agency to award $26.7M in grants to bolster the Commonwealth’s creative and cultural sector
A regular update on our equity work
There are now 55 state-designated cultural districts across the Commonwealth
A quarterly report on our anti-racism work
A monthly round-up of grants, technical assistance resources, and opportunities for creative and cultural organizations
Community organizer Erin Genia reflects on her artistic practice and working in civic spaces
This represents the highest level of funding proposed for the Agency, and by extension, the cultural sector, by the state in decades.
Unrestricted general operating grants for Massachusetts-based, nonprofit cultural organizations with year-round operations offering public programming in the arts, humanities, or sciences. Grant amounts start at $6,000.
A standing list of links showcasing some of the funding, services, and resources available to support the dynamic work of creative and cultural organizations
