Advancing the Arts
We nurture and invest in artists, culture, and the arts throughout Santa Cruz County.About Us
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We welcome everyone in the arts community.
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Open Studios 2024 Art Tour
Meet the artists, experience their creative process, witness live demonstrations, and buy direct from the artists. Plan your free self-guided tour - visit one studio or spend all day exploring. Open Studios takes place the first three weekends of October.Arts Organizations: Apply for Up to $7,000 in Support Grants
Every year, we distribute $200,000+ directly to our community’s artists and arts organizations. Our Support Grant applications for nonprofit (and fiscally sponsored) arts organizations are open September 18 - October 23, 2024.Call for Teaching Artists
Arts Council Santa Cruz County is seeking teaching artists in all disciplines, including substitute positions for the Arts Education programs, SPECTRA and Mariposa Arts.Empower the Arts in California – Join Today!
Become a member of CA for the Arts and help champion the importance of arts and culture in our communities. Your support drives advocacy, fosters collaboration, and ensures accessible programs for a vibrant cultural future.- 0
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Stories from Across the County
Find out what’s new and what’s next for artists, art organizations, and art enthusiasts.
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Find the places and people that make up the Santa Cruz County arts experience.
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