Making the Arts Accessible to All
State arts agencies like the California Arts Council enhance arts participation opportunities for everyone. » MoreAXIS Dance Company, Oakland, California. Dancers: Rodney Bell, Janet Das, Alice Shepperd and Sonsheree Giles. Photo by Andrea Basile
Developing Young Imaginations
State arts agency programs such as the Arts Education Projects of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities foster young imaginations and help to promote academic success. » MoreYoung violin students of the D.C. Youth Orchestra Program. Photo by Clara Simoni
Energizing the Economy
State arts agencies like the North Carolina Arts Council help artists and cultural organizations to create jobs, promote their products, attract visitors and revitalize local economies. » MoreBlacksmith at the Penland School of Crafts. Photo by Robin Dryer
Preserving Heritage and Tradition
State arts agencies like the Idaho Commission on the Arts celebrate and preserve America's diverse cultural traditions for future generations.Oinkari Basque Dancers perform at the annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival in Hailey, Idaho. Photo by Teri Neidrich, Wood River Valley, Idaho
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Legislative Appropriations Preview, FY2011
NASAA Assembly 2010: October 14-16 in Austin, Texas
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