Art Starts

Dear E-news subscribers:

Welcome to the June 19, 2023 edition of Art Starts

The New Hampshire State Council on the Arts has moved:

We are now located at 172 Pembroke Road in Concord. Our phone numbers are unchanged – find our contact information here.

Upcoming NHSCA Grant Deadlines:
June 30: Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grant
July 7: Arts for Community Engagement Grant
July 7: Folklife and Traditional Arts Project Grant
August 4: Artist Entrepreneurial Grant

Nominations for NH Poet Laureate Now Open
The NHPL is an honorary 5-year position held by an individual who has made outstanding contributions in the field of poetry. Nomination deadline: August 1, 2023.

Request for Proposals for Sculpture
The Christa McAuliffe State House Memorial Commission is now accepting artist proposals for the life-size bronze sculpture of Christa McAuliffe to be placed on New Hampshire State House grounds. The sculpture shall be unique, dynamic, accessible, and approachable, highlighting Christa's commitment to educating the next generation and her selection as the first teacher in space. Proposals are due by July 31, 2023.