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Release: Regan Margetts Joins Nevada Arts Council as Arts Learning Specialist
Regan Margetts joins the Nevada Arts Council as the arts learning specialist serving the southern Nevada region. She will coordinate and execute K-12 and lifelong learning arts education programs, including […]
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Release: Nevada Arts Council Announces Harold Akyeampong as 2026 Nevada Heritage Artist Fellow
The Nevada Arts Council, a division of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs that bolsters the impact of the arts in the state, has announced Harold Akyeampong, Ghanaian-American […]
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FOLKLIFE IN FOCUS – The Celebrated Tale Tellers of the Nevada Territory
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 […]
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Release: Nevada Arts Council Announces New Board Leadership
RENO, Nevada (Nov. 13, 2025) – The Nevada Arts Council, a division of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs that bolsters the impact of the arts in the […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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