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RELEASE: Gov. Joe Lombardo Declares October as Arts & Humanities Month in Nevada
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 Gov. Joe Lombardo Declares October as Arts & Humanities Month in Nevada Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo released an official proclamation declaring October as Arts and Humanities Month, the Nevada Arts Council and Nevada Humanities announced. This proclamation recognizes the work of Nevada Humanities and Nevada Arts Council, representing […]
Read MoreGive your input on proposed changes to Art Council’s FY27 Grant Offering Guidelines
The Nevada Arts Council is seeking public comment on proposed changes to select Fiscal Year 2027 Grant Offering Guidelines. A public workshop will be held on: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025 beginning at 11 a.m. To provide your valuable input, you may attend the workshop in person, virtually via Zoom, or provide comments via email that […]
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FOLKLIFE IN FOCUS – Oral History and Folklife
Welcome to the Follow the Folklorist blog! Founded by Rebecca Snetlesaar and currently led by Nevada State Folklorist Brad McMullen, our blog is dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and celebrations that make Nevada such a vibrant state. Through our two main topics, Folklife in Focus and Notes from the Field, Brad […]
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Arts Council Sponsors 20 Art Show booths
Update: July 17, 2025 Spotlight Nevada, presented by Nevada Arts Council is full: All 16 of the sponsored wall booths were filled within hours of opening applications, and the waitlist is now over 30 artists from all over the state of Nevada. All applicants will be emailed individually by July 18 with the status of […]
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14 New Teaching Artists join Nevada Arts Council Roster
The Nevada Arts Council welcomes 14 new arts educators to its Teaching Artists Roster. The Teaching Artists Roster is an opportunity for artists based in Nevada to share their skills with the community. As a teaching artist on the roster, these vetted educators can offer workshops, classes, and residencies to schools, libraries, community centers, and […]
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FOLKLIFE IN FOCUS – Who Receives Folklife Funding?
Welcome to the Follow the Folklorist blog! Founded by Rebecca Snetlesaar and currently led by Nevada State Folklorist Brad McMullen, our blog is dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and celebrations that make Nevada such a vibrant state. Through our two main topics, Folklife in Focus and Notes from the Field, Brad […]
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FOLKLIFE IN FOCUS – Folklife Resources
Welcome to the Follow the Folklorist blog! Founded by Rebecca Snetlesaar and currently led by Nevada State Folklorist Brad McMullen, our blog is dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and celebrations that make Nevada such a vibrant state. Through our two main topics, Folklife in Focus and Notes from the Field, Brad […]
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FOLKLIFE IN FOCUS – What are Oral Traditions and Performing Arts
Welcome to the Follow the Folklorist blog! Founded by Rebecca Snetlesaar and currently led by Nevada State Folklorist Brad McMullen, our blog is dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and celebrations that make Nevada such a vibrant state. Through our two main topics, Folklife in Focus and Notes from the Field, Brad […]
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FOLKLIFE IN FOCUS – What is Material Culture
Welcome to the Follow the Folklorist blog! Founded by Rebecca Snetlesaar and currently led by Nevada State Folklorist Brad McMullen, our blog is dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and celebrations that make Nevada such a vibrant state. Through our two main topics, Folklife in Focus and Notes from the Field, Brad […]
Read MoreJoin Nevada Arts Council at a grant information sessions nearest you
Grants season is underway at the Nevada Arts Council. Join our staff for 17, in-person and virtual information sessions that will provide clarity to our Fiscal Year 2026 grants and award offerings. The virtual sessions are grant specific and register links may be found by selecting each category heading below. The in-person sessions will cover all available grant and […]
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