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Amplifying Midwestern Creativity

Arts Midwest supports, informs, and celebrates arts organizations and creative communities in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, the Native Nations that share this geography, and beyond.

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Joyful, loud, and Midwest proud

Read about creative ideas, people, and projects happening in our region and beyond.
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Grant Opportunities and Programs

We support efforts that connect people, ideas, and solutions through creativity. Learn more about our grantmaking initiatives and our community programming.

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Photo Credit: LunART
Apply by October 15, 2024

Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants

Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants is a pilot program that offers grants of up to $67,000 to small arts and culture organizations that are rooted in communities of color.

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Photo Credit: Azure Mahara for Flutes at Dawn.
Youth performers in Milwaukee, WI dance at a final performance held by Flutes at Dawn.

Tips and Tricks for Running Large, Multi-Partner Projects

Large-scale projects that involve multiple contributors require thoughtful planning to avoid becoming overwhelming. Learn some tips and tricks from the Wichita Public Library, a long-time NEA Big Read grantee.

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Photo Credit: Sean Jones
In partnership with KMUW radio, community members share personal stories inspired by a NEA Big Read book at an event titled, “Wichitalks”
Apply by October 13, 2024

National Leaders of Color Fellowship

Arts Midwest and the other United States Regional Arts Organizations are now accepting applications for an eight-month leadership development experience for leaders of color.

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9 Artists Receive the 2024 Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities

Nine artists from across the region have received $3,000 each through an award that celebrates the exceptional work of disabled Midwestern visual artists.

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An abstract watercolor painting evoking trees, grass, and water.
Photo Credit: Emily Wilson Gillespie
Ravine 2 (2024). Black walnut dye, goldenrod dye, acrylic, and oil on canvas, by 2024 Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities winner Emily Wilson Gillespie.