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🏆 The Governor’s Arts & Heritage Awards recognize Washington’s outstanding arts and cultural leaders, artists, culture bearers, and organizations. ArtsWA administers the awards on behalf of the Governor.
New this year:
- Honorees will receive funding to build on the impact of their work.
- You can now submit nominations for the Tribal Arts and Heritage Award, which recognizes any individual, organization, or group whose work has made significant contributions to the vitality, understanding or preservation of Tribal arts and culture in Washington State.
📅 Nominate by TODAY: June 27, 2024 at 5:00pm
💵 $5,000 - $7,000
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The Building for the Arts program awards state grants to nonprofit community-based organizations to buy, build, or renovate arts and cultural facilities. It is managed by the Washington State Department of Commerce. Building for the Arts capital project grants can cover up to 33% of the total costs for construction.
📅 Apply by TODAY: June 27, 2024 at 5:00pm
💵 Up to $2,000,000
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The Washington State Youth Arts Leadership (WAYAL) program convenes an annual cohort of youth, ages 16-19, to build community among their peers, gain leadership and communication skills, and explore arts careers with mentors in the field. Youth leaders receive a stipend for their participation. Youth ages 16-19 may apply directly to this program. Mentors, teachers, or community members may also nominate a youth artist from their communities.
ArtsWA strongly encourages applications and nominations for:
- Indigenous youth
- Youth from rural communities
- Youth from Eastern Washington, Central Washington, and the Olympic Peninsula
- Youth practicing the performing arts (such as dance, music, and theatre)
📅 Nominate or apply by July 11, 2024, at 5:00pm
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The Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD) conference offers an introduction to the field of cultural accessibility. LEAD provides ongoing learning, support, camaraderie, and inspiration. The conference has multiple options to attend, including pre-conference capacity building workshops and education-focused workshops. Scholarships and discounts available.
🌎 Seattle, Washington
📅 July 29 – August 2, 2024
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Call for Teaching Artists – Northeast Washington! ArtsWA is look for 3-4 performing arts Teaching Artists to join the Washington State Wolf Trap Teaching Artist roster. Selected artists will receive specialized training from Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning through the Arts and lead multi-week residencies in preschool classrooms within NorthEast WA Educational Service District 101.
📅 Application opens July 1, 2024, and closes July 31, 2024
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The Serving Those Who Served Conference is designed to enhance collaboration among professionals who support veterans and their families. It serves as a hub for sharing knowledge and resources, with a focus on practical solutions and impactful discussions.
🌎 Spokane, Washington
📅 August 28 – August 29, 2024
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The Tribal Cultural Grant offers funding for Washington State Federally-recognized Tribes to support Tribal communities as they expand, enhance, or create space for art and culture that is respectful and responsive to each community’s needs.
📅 Apply by September 30, 2024
💵 $18,000
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Spectrum of Light (2012, glass) by Etsuko Ichikawa, located at Frederickson Elementary School, Puyallup, Western WA. Photo by Sean Frego. | |
Queer Feelings: A Pride Web Exhibition | |
Focusing on queer joy, self-image, and a dash of humor—these artworks were selected on the emotion of each piece and how it relates to the queer experience. Much like queerness itself, it is hard to define; you just know it when you see it. | |
Governor Jay Inslee (left) and Willie Frank III (right), the son of Billy Frank Jr., study Haiying Wu's progress on the statue. Photo by Nisqually Communications & Media Services. | |
Governor Inslee, Willie Frank III visit Billy Frank Jr. statue workspace | |
On Thursday, June 13, Governor Inslee visited Haiying Wu's workspace at South Puget Sound Community College to observe the progress on the statue of Billy Frank Jr. The Governor was welcomed by Willie Frank III—Billy's son—and spoke to Billy's importance to Washington State. | |
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Explore: Plant Daddies: Potted Plants in Art
Pets are the new children. And plants are the new pets. As we turn our living rooms into jungles, let's celebrate bringing the natural world into our homes – one pot at a time.
| Bouquet of Anthuriums (1988, etching) by Sherrie Wolf, located at Sidney Glen Elementary, Port Orchard, Western WA. | |
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