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Mass Cultural Council

@masscultural

We believe in the #PowerOfCulture - arts, humanities, sciences - to enrich communities, grow the economy, increase accessibility & foster creativity

 Boston, MA
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Joined March 2009
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2024 Cultural Asset Inventory Reveals Key Insights: New data quantifies size, scope and the economic impact - and needs - of individual generators and cultural organizations statewide. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
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With Trump carrying out a coordinated assault on our shared history, it’s imperative that we support our local museums. TY to the @MAAHMuseum & our local leaders for their partnership in telling this hostile, anti-Black White House: hands off our museums & hands off our history.
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Governor Maura Healey
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Art helps us reach one another, inspire each other and see a better future through the things we create. At this moment, we need connection, imagination and hope more than ever. Another year of incredible art, music and performances at Creative Sector Day. Thanks to Emily Ruddock and @MASSCreative, @masscultural, and everyone who makes Massachusetts one of America’s most vibrants states for the arts!
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Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
@MassLtGov30 Apr 2025
From North Adams to New Bedford, Lowell to Lynn, Pittsfield to Provincetown, our cities and towns are full of artists, storytellers and creative businesses! Creative Sector Day is always fun — but they really took it to another level this year. Big thanks and congrats to @MASSCreative, @masscultural and all the hosts and cohosts! 🎨
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2 weeks left to apply! Project support is available through our Creative Experiences grants, which support organizations (including schools) for cultural activities in the arts, humanities & sciences. Deadline: April 30, 2025. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli massculturalcouncil.org/crea…
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Fantastic news from Beacon Hill -- House Ways & Means has recommended $26M for arts & culture! THANK YOU to Speaker @RonMariano, @RepMichlewitz, Rep @seangarballeyMA, and all the Mass Reps who believe in the #PowerOfCulture. #mapoli massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
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Be a part of #massachusetts250 festivities through Two Lights for Tomorrow on April 18, 2025! This nationwide initiative marks the famous ride of Paul Revere. To participate just display two lights at your cultural organization and/or homes in April 2025. va250.org/two-lights/
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New Artist Opportunities, now on ArtSake. Discover calls to artists, publications, artist residencies, contests, and more. #PowerOfCulture artsake.massculturalcouncil.…
Artist Opportunities for the Long Haul - Massachusetts Cultural Council

Artist Opportunities for the Long Haul - Massachusetts Cultural Council

Creative Sector Day at the State House On April 30th from 10 AM – 3 PM, members of the arts and cultural community from across the Commonwealth will join together at the State House to celebrate the...

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Massachusetts had the largest @PoetryOutLoud chapter in the country this year with more than 17,000 students participating! This national recitation contest is made possible by @neaarts and @PoetryFound. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
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Yesterday at the State House we marked 20 years of @PoetryOutLoud in Massachusetts! Thanks to @MassLtGov, Sen Paul Mark, Rep @seangarballeyMA, and @Huntington for celebrating the power of the spoken word with us. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
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Congrats to the 57 nonprofit & municipal performing arts centers receiving a total of $3.57M through the Gaming Mitigation Fund this year! Thanks Senator Paul, @MassGamingComm and others for joining our celebration @GuthrieCenter. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli mailchi.mp/massculturalcounc…
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“Performing arts centers serve as cornerstones of our communities, fostering creativity, connection, and economic vitality,” - @mbobbitt at today's Gaming Mitigation Fund grant celebration. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli mailchi.mp/massculturalcounc…
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“This fund moves money from the gaming man to the family man and everybody who loves art” -@MassGamingComm Chair Jordan Maynard at today's celebration of FY25 Gaming Mitigation Fund grants. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli mailchi.mp/massculturalcounc…
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“The work [performing arts centers] do is important to our education, our way of life, and our way of thinking” - Senator Paul Mark at today's grants celebration for the Gambling Mitigation Fund. #PowerOfCulture #mpapoli mailchi.mp/massculturalcounc…
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Thrilled to be celebrating new Gaming Mitigation Fund grants with @MassGamingComm and grantees in Great Barrington at the @GuthrieCenter this morning! #PowerOfCulture #mapoli massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
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Check out our NEW monthly round-up of grants, trainings, technical assistance resources, and opportunities for creative and cultural organizations. #PowerOfCulture massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
Opportunities & Resources for Orgs - Apr 25 – Mass Cultural Council

Opportunities & Resources for Orgs - Apr 25 – Mass Cultural Council

A monthly round-up of grants, technical assistance resources, and opportunities for cultural organizations

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New Artist Opportunities, now on ArtSake. Discover calls to artists, publications, artist residencies, contests, and more. #PowerOfCulture artsake.massculturalcouncil.…
Chalk it Up to Artist Opportunities - Massachusetts Cultural Council

Chalk it Up to Artist Opportunities - Massachusetts Cultural Council

Mass Cultural Council joins many across the nation, and in the Massachusetts cultural sector, in watching and trying to understand the frequent policy changes and decisions being made by the federal...

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Chris McCue@ArtsMatter2Kids11 Apr 2025
Securing a permanent home for the arts - great news for Medfield's Zullo Gallery! @BostonGlobeArts @masscultural @artsboston @NEAarts @Americans4Arts @metrowestdaily @FFMW @MedfieldFndn @aucoincomposer @TownofMedfield @MassArt patch.com/massachusetts/medf…
Zullo Poised to Purchase Building with $500K in Community Support

Zullo Poised to Purchase Building with $500K in Community Support

One of your neighbors posted in Arts & Entertainment. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

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Check out the latest Community Initiative enewsletter, including grant deadlines and April festivals. #PowerOfCulture mailchi.mp/massculturalcounc…
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Literary artists who compose poetry of any genre, form, or category are encouraged to apply to be the 1st Poet Laureate of Massachusetts! Deadline: Apr 10, 2025. #PowerOfCulture #mapoli @MassHumanities @masspoetry @MassGovernor massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
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Creative and cultural organizations: Our April Opportunities & Resources round-up includes grants, trainings, and technical assistance resources. #PowerOfCulture massculturalcouncil.org/blog…
Opportunities & Resources for Orgs - Apr 25 – Mass Cultural Council

Opportunities & Resources for Orgs - Apr 25 – Mass Cultural Council

A monthly round-up of grants, technical assistance resources, and opportunities for cultural organizations

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