Nebraska Arts Council
@neartscouncil.bsky.social
The Nebraska Arts Council is an agency of the state of Nebraska with a mission to promote, cultivate and sustain the arts for the people of Nebraska.
In making preparations for the State Arts Awards, we have run into some technical issues that have caused us to question the practicality of holding the ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda.
For that reason, we have decided to move the ceremony and reception to the Cornhusker Hotel in downtown Lincoln.
For that reason, we have decided to move the ceremony and reception to the Cornhusker Hotel in downtown Lincoln.
2025 Nebraska State Arts Awards - Nebraska Arts Council
2025 Nebraska State Arts Awards
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov
September 17, 2025 at 7:59 PM
In making preparations for the State Arts Awards, we have run into some technical issues that have caused us to question the practicality of holding the ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda.
For that reason, we have decided to move the ceremony and reception to the Cornhusker Hotel in downtown Lincoln.
For that reason, we have decided to move the ceremony and reception to the Cornhusker Hotel in downtown Lincoln.
Applications are being accepted from now until October 1st, 2025, for projects taking place between January 1st, 2026, to June 30th, 2026.
Categories that are open are:
- Artists in Schools/Communities – Set
- Arts Learning Project Grant
- Arts Project Grant
Categories that are open are:
- Artists in Schools/Communities – Set
- Arts Learning Project Grant
- Arts Project Grant
2025 Fall Set Deadline Grants Open - Nebraska Arts Council
Applications are being accepted from now until October 1st, 2025, for projects taking place between January 1st, 2026, to June 30th, 2026.
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov
August 27, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Applications are being accepted from now until October 1st, 2025, for projects taking place between January 1st, 2026, to June 30th, 2026.
Categories that are open are:
- Artists in Schools/Communities – Set
- Arts Learning Project Grant
- Arts Project Grant
Categories that are open are:
- Artists in Schools/Communities – Set
- Arts Learning Project Grant
- Arts Project Grant
In 2024, @flatwaterfreep.bsky.social and the Nebraska Arts Council combined forces to launch the Creative Districts of Nebraska Series, a poster project celebrating the energy and character of the state’s official certified Creative Districts.
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www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/nebraska-cre...
Creative District Nebraska Poster Series - Nebraska Arts Council
Creative District Nebraska Poster Series
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov
August 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
In 2024, @flatwaterfreep.bsky.social and the Nebraska Arts Council combined forces to launch the Creative Districts of Nebraska Series, a poster project celebrating the energy and character of the state’s official certified Creative Districts.
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/nebraska-cre...
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/nebraska-cre...
Congratulations to the following awardees for this year’s State Arts Awards! We had many nominations, and we are grateful to those nominators for all of their hard work!
We have 8 categories for this year’s awards with the following winners:
We have 8 categories for this year’s awards with the following winners:
2025 Nebraska State Arts Award Awardees - Nebraska Arts Council
Congratulations to the following awardees for this year’s State Arts Awards! We had many nominations, and we are grateful to those nominators for all of their hard work! The biennial awards program is...
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov
July 23, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Congratulations to the following awardees for this year’s State Arts Awards! We had many nominations, and we are grateful to those nominators for all of their hard work!
We have 8 categories for this year’s awards with the following winners:
We have 8 categories for this year’s awards with the following winners:
Have a good Juneteenth, see you Friday!
June 18, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Have a good Juneteenth, see you Friday!
Congratulations to Oshkosh for becoming the newest Nebraska Creative District!
The Oshkosh Creative District 77 is a small rural town in the nestled between the beautiful Sandhills and North Platte River. Oshkosh is surrounded by history, interesting geography, and an abundance of art and artisans
The Oshkosh Creative District 77 is a small rural town in the nestled between the beautiful Sandhills and North Platte River. Oshkosh is surrounded by history, interesting geography, and an abundance of art and artisans
Oshkosh Creative District 77 - Nebraska Arts Council
Oshkosh Creative District 77
www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov
May 27, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Congratulations to Oshkosh for becoming the newest Nebraska Creative District!
The Oshkosh Creative District 77 is a small rural town in the nestled between the beautiful Sandhills and North Platte River. Oshkosh is surrounded by history, interesting geography, and an abundance of art and artisans
The Oshkosh Creative District 77 is a small rural town in the nestled between the beautiful Sandhills and North Platte River. Oshkosh is surrounded by history, interesting geography, and an abundance of art and artisans
Uh oh, looks like our communications manager forgot to turn off the form for the 2025 State Arts Awards. Which means, NOMINATIONS ARE STILL OPEN!
Nominations will remain open through the weekend!
Click the link to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Nominations will remain open through the weekend!
Click the link to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
May 16, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Uh oh, looks like our communications manager forgot to turn off the form for the 2025 State Arts Awards. Which means, NOMINATIONS ARE STILL OPEN!
Nominations will remain open through the weekend!
Click the link to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Nominations will remain open through the weekend!
Click the link to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Today is the day! The nomination deadline for the 2025 State Arts Awards is today!
But wait, there is still time! Submit your nomination today by 11:59 pm!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
But wait, there is still time! Submit your nomination today by 11:59 pm!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
May 15, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Today is the day! The nomination deadline for the 2025 State Arts Awards is today!
But wait, there is still time! Submit your nomination today by 11:59 pm!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
But wait, there is still time! Submit your nomination today by 11:59 pm!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Tomorrow, May 15th, is the deadline to submit your nomination for the 2025 State Arts Awards!!
Make sure to get your nomination in by 11:59 pm tomorrow!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Make sure to get your nomination in by 11:59 pm tomorrow!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
May 14, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Tomorrow, May 15th, is the deadline to submit your nomination for the 2025 State Arts Awards!!
Make sure to get your nomination in by 11:59 pm tomorrow!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Make sure to get your nomination in by 11:59 pm tomorrow!
Click here to nominate someone today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
NAC is currently seeking an individual to fill the Director of Administration position. This position’s primary function is as the agency’s Chief Financial Officer, while also managing budgets, overseeing operations, and ensuring compliance.
Click the link to apply today: tinyurl.com/bze3s4c2
Click the link to apply today: tinyurl.com/bze3s4c2
May 14, 2025 at 8:17 PM
NAC is currently seeking an individual to fill the Director of Administration position. This position’s primary function is as the agency’s Chief Financial Officer, while also managing budgets, overseeing operations, and ensuring compliance.
Click the link to apply today: tinyurl.com/bze3s4c2
Click the link to apply today: tinyurl.com/bze3s4c2
What's that? You haven't submitted your nomination yet??
The clock it is ticking! Only TWO more days until the deadline!
Click here to submit your nomination today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
The clock it is ticking! Only TWO more days until the deadline!
Click here to submit your nomination today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
May 13, 2025 at 7:51 PM
What's that? You haven't submitted your nomination yet??
The clock it is ticking! Only TWO more days until the deadline!
Click here to submit your nomination today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
The clock it is ticking! Only TWO more days until the deadline!
Click here to submit your nomination today: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
Come on down to the Fred Simon Gallery to check out the latest exhibit!
May 12, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Come on down to the Fred Simon Gallery to check out the latest exhibit!
“Community Unfolding in Minden” depicts life in Minden’s downtown square during the holiday season.
The art construction took 5 months, with more than 1,000 origami pieces.
More than 200 people made contributions for the final art that represent the gifts all ages bring to the community.
The art construction took 5 months, with more than 1,000 origami pieces.
More than 200 people made contributions for the final art that represent the gifts all ages bring to the community.
May 6, 2025 at 8:18 PM
“Community Unfolding in Minden” depicts life in Minden’s downtown square during the holiday season.
The art construction took 5 months, with more than 1,000 origami pieces.
More than 200 people made contributions for the final art that represent the gifts all ages bring to the community.
The art construction took 5 months, with more than 1,000 origami pieces.
More than 200 people made contributions for the final art that represent the gifts all ages bring to the community.
Post Playhouse is Northwestern Nebraska’s favorite live theatre company. A diverse line-up of shows will range from contemporary comedies to family friendly productions and golden age musicals to dramas that will inspire audiences.
May 2, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Post Playhouse is Northwestern Nebraska’s favorite live theatre company. A diverse line-up of shows will range from contemporary comedies to family friendly productions and golden age musicals to dramas that will inspire audiences.
Tick tock, tick tock! The deadline is approaching! Nominate someone today! tinyurl.com/5n7tbawn
May 2, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Tick tock, tick tock! The deadline is approaching! Nominate someone today! tinyurl.com/5n7tbawn
📣Fiscal Year 2025 Floating Deadline Grants are now open!📣
Nebraska Arts Council (NAC) is currently taking applications for projects starting July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
Nebraska Arts Council (NAC) is currently taking applications for projects starting July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
FY25 Floating Deadline Grants are now open - Nebraska Arts Council
Nebraska Arts Council (NAC) is currently taking applications for projects starting July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. IMPORTANT: As a reminder, all grant awards and payments are contingent on NAC re...
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May 2, 2025 at 4:19 PM
📣Fiscal Year 2025 Floating Deadline Grants are now open!📣
Nebraska Arts Council (NAC) is currently taking applications for projects starting July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
Nebraska Arts Council (NAC) is currently taking applications for projects starting July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
This year, TAKE3 musicians performed in McCook, Gothenburg, and North Platte as part of the Lied Center's Arts Across Nebraska Statewide Program.
For more information about the support for the arts and arts education in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
For more information about the support for the arts and arts education in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
April 30, 2025 at 7:51 PM
This year, TAKE3 musicians performed in McCook, Gothenburg, and North Platte as part of the Lied Center's Arts Across Nebraska Statewide Program.
For more information about the support for the arts and arts education in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
For more information about the support for the arts and arts education in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
The Beats & Eats summer concert series in Columbus, NE takes place at Frankfort Square, offering free live music and entertainment alongside food trucks and local concessions.
For more information about the impact of the arts in NE, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
For more information about the impact of the arts in NE, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
April 29, 2025 at 9:48 PM
The Beats & Eats summer concert series in Columbus, NE takes place at Frankfort Square, offering free live music and entertainment alongside food trucks and local concessions.
For more information about the impact of the arts in NE, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
For more information about the impact of the arts in NE, contact Nebraskans for the Arts: www.nebraskansforthearts.org
Pssssst, hey!
You only have just a couple of weeks to submit a nomination for the 2025 State Arts Awards! The submission deadline is May 15th!
Submit your nomination here: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
You only have just a couple of weeks to submit a nomination for the 2025 State Arts Awards! The submission deadline is May 15th!
Submit your nomination here: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
April 29, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Pssssst, hey!
You only have just a couple of weeks to submit a nomination for the 2025 State Arts Awards! The submission deadline is May 15th!
Submit your nomination here: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
You only have just a couple of weeks to submit a nomination for the 2025 State Arts Awards! The submission deadline is May 15th!
Submit your nomination here: www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/news/2025-st...
The 28th festival is scheduled for June 13-15, 2025 and is packed with opportunities to laugh, learn, and have fun!
Don’t miss a single extraordinary event, include a Historic Fox Theatre stage show, dinner cabaret, historical tour and venues, art shows, open mic opportunities, Kids Fest and more!
Don’t miss a single extraordinary event, include a Historic Fox Theatre stage show, dinner cabaret, historical tour and venues, art shows, open mic opportunities, Kids Fest and more!
April 24, 2025 at 7:58 PM
The 28th festival is scheduled for June 13-15, 2025 and is packed with opportunities to laugh, learn, and have fun!
Don’t miss a single extraordinary event, include a Historic Fox Theatre stage show, dinner cabaret, historical tour and venues, art shows, open mic opportunities, Kids Fest and more!
Don’t miss a single extraordinary event, include a Historic Fox Theatre stage show, dinner cabaret, historical tour and venues, art shows, open mic opportunities, Kids Fest and more!
NAC office will be closed all day Friday. We will reopen on Monday, April 28th at 8 am.
April 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
NAC office will be closed all day Friday. We will reopen on Monday, April 28th at 8 am.
Join the Albion Area Arts Council for their 4th Annual Summer Concert Series, held every week in July in downtown Albion. Join them for great music and community!
For more information about the impact of the arts in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts.
For more information about the impact of the arts in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts.
April 23, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Join the Albion Area Arts Council for their 4th Annual Summer Concert Series, held every week in July in downtown Albion. Join them for great music and community!
For more information about the impact of the arts in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts.
For more information about the impact of the arts in Nebraska, contact Nebraskans for the Arts.
Congratulations to Steve Tamayo for being named a 2025 NEA National Heritage Fellow! The program recognizes recipients' artistic excellence, lifetime achievement, and contributions to our nation's traditional arts heritage. (Photo credit: Ryan Soderlin for the Flatwater Free Press)
NAC roster artist named 2025 NEA National Heritage fellow - Nebraska Arts Council
(Photo credit: Steve Tamayo Ancestral Voices Mural, South Omaha, Photo by Ryan Soderlin for the Flatwater Free Press) Congratulations to Steve Tamayo (Omaha) for being named a 2025 National Endowment ...
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April 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Congratulations to Steve Tamayo for being named a 2025 NEA National Heritage Fellow! The program recognizes recipients' artistic excellence, lifetime achievement, and contributions to our nation's traditional arts heritage. (Photo credit: Ryan Soderlin for the Flatwater Free Press)
Nebraska Arts Council joins the community in mourning the loss of Omaha artist, Larry Roots.
Larry was a talented professional artist and dedicated gallery owner.
Several of Larry's pieces are included in the state’s 1% for Art program, which are enjoyed by all Nebraskans.
Larry was a talented professional artist and dedicated gallery owner.
Several of Larry's pieces are included in the state’s 1% for Art program, which are enjoyed by all Nebraskans.
April 16, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Nebraska Arts Council joins the community in mourning the loss of Omaha artist, Larry Roots.
Larry was a talented professional artist and dedicated gallery owner.
Several of Larry's pieces are included in the state’s 1% for Art program, which are enjoyed by all Nebraskans.
Larry was a talented professional artist and dedicated gallery owner.
Several of Larry's pieces are included in the state’s 1% for Art program, which are enjoyed by all Nebraskans.
Join us Thursday, April 17th at the Nebraska Arts Council office for the opening reception of the newest Fred Simon Gallery, "Never Ender" by David Gracie.
The event is free and open to the public.
The event is free and open to the public.
April 15, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Join us Thursday, April 17th at the Nebraska Arts Council office for the opening reception of the newest Fred Simon Gallery, "Never Ender" by David Gracie.
The event is free and open to the public.
The event is free and open to the public.