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Exhibiting Artist Jennifer Cantwell |
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Third Friday October 18 – Join Us! |
Join the Durham Arts Council in celebrating the opening of two new photography exhibits:
Where Are We? features Jennifer Cantwell’s immersive and personal portraits that “represents time and the emotions and moments that shaped me and made me question the foundation of everything. Before we can ask, who are we, we have to ask, who am I?”
Mark Anthony Brown Jr.’s “sentimental riffs”, is a mixed media exhibition grounded in photography that explores the artists emotional and sentimental mindset.
See you at opening on Third Friday, October 18th from 6-8pm. Artists will be present and there will be light fare and drinks! |
Also on Third Friday, make your way next door to see Kyndall Owens’, aka Kreativityyy, newest art “In the Presence of Divine Creativity” at the Durham Convention Center. The solo exhibition is free to the public and begins at 6:30pm.The exhibition will feature a range of original paintings with special insight into the designs by Kyndall Owens.
While viewing the spectacular pieces of art, you can also enter giveaways, snack, and listen to live music.
RSVP for this free event at the Durham Convention Center. |
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The Durham Art Walk Holiday Market is a festive fine arts and crafts event that kicks off the holiday season in downtown Durham! We invite you to join us and experience a weekend featuring local artists, live music, food, and great shopping, at easily strollable venues in the Durham city center.
The Holiday Market is the perfect transition from the harvest to the holidays! Free and family friendly! |
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Please email Laura Montgomery, lmontgomery@durhamarts.org if you have a question or would like to become an Art Walk Sponsor! |
What You Can Do to Reclaim Civility in American Life |
Join Steven Petrow, the 2024 North Carolina Piedmont Laureate and TED Talk speaker (“3 Ways to Practice Civility”) on October 23 at 6:30pm for this free virtual event. The discussion includes some of our nation’s best thinkers on how to overcome the polarization, isolation, and loneliness that is fueling this crisis of civility.
“We really have no choice if we are to survive. We’ve got to regain our ability not only to speak to each other but to listen, to disagree without disrespect, and to re-find our common ground as inhabitants of this great land. Each of our participants will bring specific and concrete ways that we can do better, starting now.” – Steven Petrow
This virtual program is co-sponsored by the Wake County Public Libraries and Durham County Library, as well as the Durham Arts Council and the United Arts Wake County. It will be available and free on small screens nationwide. |
Gaspard & Dancers Present Free Performance For DPS Students |
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More About Gaspard & Dancers:
Founded in 2009 by former Pilobolus dancer Gaspard Louis, Gaspard & Dancers has become a pillar in the North Carolina dance community. The company is celebrated for its physically inventive, emotionally dynamic choreography, offering performances and educational opportunities that inspire audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Through an array of programs—including workshops, lecture demonstrations, and residencies—the company enriches and expands the creative potential of those who experience its work.
You can see Gaspard & Dancers premiere two new works and perform several classics during an evening concert on Saturday, October 26th. |
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This annual exhibit is open to all artists of all ages, who have taken or taught at a Durham Arts Council class/camp in the last year. Our House will be on view from November 11th, 2024- January 5th, 2025, in the Allenton and Semans Galleries of the Durham Arts Council. The opening will be held on Friday, November 22nd from 6-8pm. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form linked below. You may submit up to 3 works. Your work should be ready to hang, strung with wire on the back and displayed in a professional manner.
Please submit the inventory form by November 1st. Once you fill out this form you will be contacted to sign an artist agreement for the exhibition. |
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APPLY NOW- Emerging Artists Grant
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The Emerging Artists Program is a project grant program that provides financial support to developing or established professionals by funding a project pivotal to the advancement of their careers as artists. Pivotal projects may happen at different stages of a career, therefore Emerging Artists Grants are not restricted to unestablished artists. Applications accepted online now through December 19. Please email Margaret DeMott, mdemott@durhamarts.org with questions.
The Emerging Artists program is funded by The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation, the Kelley Katzenmeyer Fund, the Anika James Foundation, the DAC Annual Arts Fund, and it is supported by our Partner Counties (Chatham, Orange, and Person).
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APPLY NOW- ARPA Cash Grant |
Are you an arts and culture nonprofit or small business based in Durham? If YES, then you may be eligible to apply for an ARPA cash grant! This funding supports capacity building, arts programming, and events post-pandemic that will attract visitors, residents, and boost economic activity for Durham. The deadline to apply for a grant has been extended to October 20, 2024. |
Culture and Arts: Invest to Restart is a grant program of the Durham Arts Council supported by City of Durham American Rescue Plan Funds. Please reach out to Denise Stroud at dstroud@durhamarts.org with questions.
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Our hearts go out to the communities across the country, and especially our western communities here in North Carolina, affected by the devastation of Hurricane Helene. In this challenging time, we invite you to support fellow North Carolinians in meaningful ways.
Donate to the NC Arts Disaster Relief Fund
The North Carolina Arts Foundation is providing critical assistance to artists and arts organizations impacted by the hurricane. Your donations can make a real difference. Please also share this resource with those in the arts community who may need support. More emergency support resources for artists and arts organizations.
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High School Spoken Word Contest – Students in Wake, Durham, and Orange Counties are invited to submit their original poem via video! You can learn more here. Deadline is Nov. 3 – Winners Receive Cash Prizes!
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The Durham Symphony and Music Director William Henry Curry invite you to experience The Promise of America at the Hayti Heritage Center October 20, 2024, at 3pm.
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| About the Durham Arts Council
The Durham Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and local arts agency dedicated to supporting the arts in Durham and the entire Triangle Region in North Carolina and has served the community since 1954. Each year DAC serves over 400,000 visitors and program participants, over 2,000 artists, and more than 300 arts and cultural organizations through classes, artist residencies, exhibits, festivals, grants programs, technical support, creative economy initiatives, arts advocacy, and information services.
Durham Arts Council, Inc. is a catalyst in the cultural development of Durham – it leads, inspires, and promotes excellence in and access to the creation, experience, and active support of the arts for all the people of our community. For more information call 919.560.ARTS(2787) or visit our website at www.durhamarts.org. |
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