Header image from left to right: The Turnage Theatre marquee, courtesy of the Arts of the Pamlico; Exterior of the Stokes County Arts Council, courtesy of the Stokes County Arts Council; Exterior of Victor R. Small House, courtesy of Sampson Arts Council.
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It’s time to get into the holiday spirit and #shoplocal to support our North Carolina communities!
Artists and artisans work hard all year but at the holidays, they really show up to share their beautiful work. Visit events across the state in November and December to enjoy and support the arts!
Header image: Exhibitor Big Top Betty at NCPC ArtsMarket Southeast. Photo by Jim Goodwin, courtesy of NCPC.
Header image: A class of woodworking artists with hand-crafted chairs. Photo by Sarah Grace Cheek, courtesy of Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft.
Header image: Glass artist Cole Johnson working at the Dillsboro Creative Arts Center. Photo courtesy of JCGEP/DCAC.
With the slower rhythm of summer finally here, teachers often find themselves balancing well deserved relaxation with moments of creative planning. This season can be an ideal time to explore new ideas, revisit favorite subjects, and discover fresh materials for the year ahead.
Check out these handy resources in visual art, music, poetry, research, and cultural history to enrich your summer and energize your teaching.
Music & danceAs you ease into summer activities, the season is a great time to check out a concert or find a new playlist.
After nearly 30 years of dedicated service to the North Carolina Arts Council, Deputy Director Vicki Vitiello has announced her retirement. Her last day at the agency is August 1, 2026.
Anyone with even a passing familiarity with our work knows how significant Vicki’s insight, deep institutional knowledge, and steady leadership have been to the agency over the past three decades. As the NC Arts Council approaches its 60th anniversary next year, Vicki’s tenure has spanned nearly half of our history. Among her many accomplishments, a few highlights include:
Header image: Tift Merritt (L) and Rissi Palmer (R). Photos courtesy of the artists
This Independence Day, come to downtown Raleigh to celebrate the best of North Carolina. Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest is a free all-day festival hosted by the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Held on the state capitol lawn, it will offer entertainment for all ages.
Header image left to right: Alfredo Hurtado, NCDNCR Secretary Pamela Brewington Cashwell, NCDMVA Secretary Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette, Michelle Pearson, and Jeff Bell. Photo by Andie Freeman, courtesy of NC Arts Council.
Header image: A student playing a wooden percussion instrument, a fish guiro. Photo by Tibor Nemeth, courtesy of NC Arts Council.