Oct. 23, 2023

Arts and Humanities Month Activities

Continue in November

Governor McKee and RISCA are proud to celebrate Arts and Humanities Month this October and beyond. We have planned exhibits and programs that explore the key role of arts and culture in strengthening our communities.



Join us for these events!

Learn about R.I.'s Arts Ed Data Dashboard

Online Event

Wednesday, Oct. 25, 10-11 a.m.

Take a walkthrough of the updated R.I. Arts Education Data Dashboard and learn ways to gather arts education access and enrollment data for the communities you serve. The dashboard allows users to view arts education data in Rhode Island’s K-12 public and public charter schools. RSVP.

New Exhibit at the Atrium Gallery at One Capitol Hill

Opening Reception

Thursday, Nov. 9, 4-7 p.m.

Meet the Artist

 Thursday, Dec. 7, noon-1 p.m.

The latest exhibit at the Atrium Gallery at One Capitol Hill, Providence, opens on Oct. 27.

The Gallery will feature nature-inspired weavings and drawings by Indigenous artist Angel Beth Smith. Both events are free and open to the public.

Self-Care Day for Teaching Artists 

Sunday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Shri Studio, 390 Pine St., Pawtucket

The self-care day is for teaching artists who work in education and health settings to gather in person. We invite you to spend the day or part of your day to rest, reset and recharge. There will be artist-facilitated sessions and unstructured time to be alone or connect with other teaching artists.

Lunch is provided. Free parking is available behind the building, and the event is walking distance from train station. Free with pre-registration. RSVP Required.

We have limited space. If you are unable to spend the whole day with us, sign up for only the sessions you can attend.

• Narrative Comics Visual Journaling as Self-Reflection with Nat Brennan, 10:30-11:45 a.m.
• Reposo Hour with Sussy Santana and Wendy Grossman, 12:30-1:45 p.m. 
• Djembe Session with Sidy Maiga. 2-3:15 p.m.

Call for Artists

R.I. Office of the State Medical Examiner

Artwork for the new R.I. Office of State Medical Examiners will be commissioned by the Department of Capital Asset, Management and Maintenance on behalf of the R.I. Department of Health and RISCA through our Public Art Law, which mandates that 1 percent of all state capital construction and renovation funds be allocated to the purchase and maintenance of public art. Through this program, the State recognizes that “public art creates a more humane environment: one of distinction, enjoyment, and pride for all citizens.”

• Budget: $35,000.
• Deadline: Nov. 13.
• Eligibility: Rhode Island residents.

All information and application are found on CallforEntry.org.

Calling All Portrait Artists!

Every year RISCA receives requests for referrals. We are looking to build a comprehensive statewide roster of artists working in different disciplines as a resource. This month we are focusing on artists who specialize in Portraiture.

Create or update your CreativeGround profile today!

Please remember to provide your Rhode Island address, contact information, images of your work, website if available, and most importantly include the word "Portraits" in the description field.

CreativeGround is New England’s community-generated, free, online arts and culture directory that provides visibility, connection, and information to support a region-wide creative network. Completely free to use.

CreativeGround, operated by the New England Foundation for the Arts, has created an introductory video to help get you started. If you want assistance in creating or updating your profile, you can schedule a virtual 30-minute meeting, click here.

Assets for Artists Workshops

Sign up today; space is limited

Assets for Artists, a program of the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA), announced its free fall virtual workshops for Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts' artists.

Online Workshops

• Photographing Your Artwork with Mercedes Jelinek: Monday, Nov. 6, 2-4 p.m., R.I.
• Creating A Sustainable Financial Ecosystem As An Artist: Hadassah Damien: Thursday, Nov. 16, noon-2 p.m., Conn. and R.I. 
• An Introduction to Cooperatives in the Arts with Daniel Park: Thursday, Dec. 14, 2-5 p.m., Conn. and R.I.

Studios Residency at Mass MoCA closes, Nov. 8

The deadline is nearing for applications for a residency at the Studios at MASS MoCA, from June to December 2024. Artists receive space and time for their work.

Financial aid and fellowship opportunities are available. 

To apply and learn more.

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