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Dear Maryland's Arts Community,

The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) continues to monitor developments on the federal level that have impacted or have the potential to impact the National Endowment for the Arts and its investments in Maryland, including its partnership program that provides funding to state and regional arts councils. It is MSAC’s mission to provide leadership that champions creative expression, diverse programming, equitable access, lifelong learning, and the arts as a celebrated contributor to the quality of life for all the people of Maryland. MSAC has no plans to move away from this mission and as council members we believe that MSAC’s investments and services play an essential role in ensuring that every person has access to the transformative power of the arts.

Art defines us. It helps us communicate. It helps us heal, learn, and understand perspectives - our own and those of others. Art is what makes a society, a state, a community, and us as individuals strong and resilient. And, arts and cultural production has a $12.8 billion impact on Maryland’s economy. We need the work of artists and arts organizations now more than ever. We will continue to use the principles named in our mission to guide our investments with the resources available to us for the good of the state, Maryland’s diverse arts community, and all the people who call Maryland home.

MSAC Council Members

Now accepting applications

Artists conserving a public art mural in Baltimore City.

News and updates

Welcome, Secretary Coker!

MSAC welcomes Harry Coker, Jr., who was recently appointed by Governor Moore as Maryland’s Acting Secretary of Commerce on Wednesday, February 5.

Click here to learn more.

Economic Impact Report Available

Our "Economic Impact of the Arts in Maryland" trifold is now available on our website! Click here to view the full publication.

2025 Teaching Artist Roster Showcase

Join us virtually on Tuesday, April 29, at 4 p.m. as featured teaching artists from our Teaching Artist Roster highlight the power of arts education across Maryland. Click here to register on Eventbrite.

Remembering Michael Glaser

MSAC honors the life and work of Michael Glaser, Maryland's 8th Poet Laureate and professor at St. Mary's College of Maryland. Click here to read his obituary.

In the field

Building connections with emerging artists in Prince George's County

Last month, our Special Projects and Grants Assistant, elli maria, attended the opening reception and awards presentation of the third biennial Maryland High School Juried Art Exhibition. There, she connected with student artists and arts administrators from across the state, including Eric Key (pictured right), Director of the Arts Program at University of Maryland Global Campus. The exhibition runs until Sunday, April 6.

Accessibility statement

The Maryland State Arts Council is committed to making sure all Marylanders can access its programs and services. Please visit our Accessibility page for more information. If you have further questions or require accommodations, fill out the Accommodations Request Form or contact the MSAC Office Secretary at msac.commerce@maryland.gov.