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We support artists and arts organizations in the heartland and beyond. maaa.org

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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
How could $10K and a year of mentorship change your studio practice? 💥 Applications for Catalyze fellowships are open through December 1 to #ArkansasArtists in 52 counties. Check www.maaa.org/programs-grants/for-ar… for eligibility.
Two people are conversing at an event beside a display for the Mid-America Arts Alliance's "Catalyze" program, which lists information session dates and times. One person holds two cups and a phone, while the other sports a gray beard and a cap. A map highlights Arkansas.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Howdy, #Arkansas folks! Catalyze is now taking applications! Learn more at bit.ly/4xR05c7
The image shows a text conversation overlaying a group photo. The text is between a person labeled "Boss" and an employee. The Boss asks the employee to inform people about the opening of applications for Catalyze fellowships. The employee asks if they can post a screenshot of the message, to which the Boss replies, "No.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Advocate for arts funding in your state! 🧵
green map of Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Texas with their arts funding per capita.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
No one should worry about the safety of their drinking water. 🚰 #Arkansas poet, Faye Duncan-Daniel partnered with her #community and leveraged Catalyze funding to turn art into collective action. www.maaa.org/news/river-revival-ark…
A woman wearing a hat and glasses gestures while standing on a riverfront deck in Helena, Arkansas. A waterway and trees are visible in the background. The text reads, "River Revival. An Arkansas Poet Channels Water Stories into a Greater Good.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Hey #Arkansas folks ➡️ #Artists 52 counties are now eligible for Catalyze a fellowship! 🎉 Applications open October 1. Subscribe to our newsletter and get reminders bit.ly/4qfZzSt
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
There's still time to apply for Artistic Innovations! Artists and Arts Orgs in M-AAA's region are eligible for $15K grants towards new projects and performances. Apply by September 24. www.maaa.org/programs-grants/artist…
An orchestra ensemble performs in a dimly lit setting with a conductor at the center. The backdrop displays abstract patterns. Text on the image reads, "Texas grantee - Musiqa. Photo by Lynn Lane. artisticINNOVATIONS: A PROGRAM OF MID-AMERICA ARTS ALLIANCE. Apply by September 24!"
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Make sure you're registered to #vote in your state's upcoming elections. Visit www.vote.org/am-i-registered-to-vote to check your status!
Illustration with a hand holding a pen, drawing a wavy line. Text reads "9/16 National Voter Registration Day" on a red and blue gradient background.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Led by Eepi Chaad, our next Future Pathways workshop invites you to explore how your art, voice, and values can shape the future. Join us on October 1 at 11:00 a.m. CT for this free workshop. ✉️ RSVP at bit.ly/4cxk73C
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Creative folks of #LawrenceKS! 🗣️Artist INC is coming your way! Build strategies to grow your practice in eight sessions led by local #artists. Applications are open through October 14 at artistinc.art/apply!
a close-up of a person adjusting equipment on a panel with buttons and screens. The setup includes a monitor displaying a black-and-white image of two individuals. Text on the image mentions "Deadline: October 14, 2026," "Lawrence, KS," "Artist INC," and dates for a program from "January 19–March 16, 2027." At the bottom, there's a note about the interdisciplinary artist and photographer with an application link.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Future Pathways, is back with a three-part series focused on advocacy! We're bringing in experts for sessions on turning your creative skills into public impact. Attend individually or as a series. www.maaa.org/news/future-pathways-a…
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Over the next year this cohort will become a community. 💪 Engage Lubbock provides direct access to coaching and peer support to arts organizations in Lubbock, TX! Learn more at www.maaa.org/news/fourteen-lubbock-…
Dancers captured mid-air against a blue, cloud-dotted sky. They are energetically leaping while wearing colorful outfits and scarves. The text reads "Engage™ Meet the Lubbock Cohort." Photo courtesy of Flatlands Dance Company.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Every month we post about new #artists #grants, residencies, open calls, and more at www.maaa.org/news/artist-and-arts-o… and we update the list weekly!
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Artist and Arts Organization Opportunities and Deadlines
M-AAA's curated list of upcoming deadlines and opportunities for artists and arts organizations seeking to grow their practices and secure funding.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
An experienced coach is a difficult thing for nonprofit leaders to find. Through Engage US, 78 organizations have access to coaching and more! And they're teaching us about what arts leaders really need. 💚 Meet them at maaa.org/news/building-stronger-arts-organizations-together-engage-us/#section8
A man performing on stage, sitting on the ground and holding a red chair. Two other individuals sit on either side, appearing engaged. Several stacked chairs are in the background. The text "Engage: A Program of Mid-America Arts Alliance" is displayed in the top left corner. Photo courtesy of Teatro Dallas.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Get a closer look at how Artistic Innovations supports artists, strengthens communities, and fosters connection through creative work. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zwsWNCw4rs Applications are open through September 24, 2026. maaa.org
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InterUrban Arthouse | Artistic Innovations Grant
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
See the person beyond the diagnosis. Our Culture Lab will be open on September 4 displaying selections from "Portraits of Dementia." www.maaa.org/event/first-friday-at-… 📸 courtesy of the Chandler Museum
This image shows an art gallery with framed portraits on the walls. A rolling cart with books is between two chairs. The gallery features portraits of various individuals with dementia
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
It's normal to second guess yourself when applying for a #grant. We can help! Join our virtual office hours to answer questions and provide guidance during the Artistic Innovations application period bit.ly/4ztRQoD
A woman is seated at a keyboard instrument while another adjusts a microphone nearby. "Artistic Innovations: A Program of Mid-America Arts Alliance" is written on the image, along with the text, "Get Help With Your Application." The bottom notes, "Nebraska grantee - Stacey Barelos, Some Days the Sky is Heavy." In the background is a black and white geometric pattern.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Part of advocating for the arts is voting! Make sure you're prepared. Resources like vote411.com are a great place to check your state's early voting timeline and find your polling place. #GetOutTheVote
Map outline of several U.S. states on a red and blue gradient background with the heading "Voter Registration Deadlines." Listed: Arkansas (30 days before the election), Kansas (21 days), Missouri (four Wednesdays before), Nebraska (11 days), Oklahoma (25 days), Texas (30 days).
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
IT'S BACK! Artistic Innovations applications are now open. ⭐ New for this cycle, individual #artists can receive grants with no matching funds required! ⭐ Apply at maaa.org/artisticinnovations by September 24, 2026.
The image features a diverse group of performers in dynamic poses on stage, with the text "Applications now open!" prominently displayed. The background is dark, highlighting the performers. The text "artisticINNOVATIONS, A Program of Mid-America Arts Alliance" is visible at the top. Photo credit to Chris Bauer Photography.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
📣 Congratulations to the Heartland Craft Guilds awardees! Designed to strengthen leadership and operations for craft guilds, this program provides funding and technical assistance. maaa.org/news/heartland-craft-guilds-grants-15-organizations-craft-traditions-mid-america
(Left to right, top to bottom): Photos courtesy of Kaw Point Fibershed, Brazos Spinners and Weavers Guild, Medicinal Gourds, Vinita Potters Guild, Kaw Point Fibershed, and Brazos Spinners and Weavers Guild.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
SMU DataArts looked at 10 cities post-2019, and found that where local arts funding grew, arts sectors recovered. Even a cities that invested small, produced big results. www.theartnewspaper.com/2026/07/29/…
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Arts groups in US cities that increased culture funding during Covid have rebounded more quickly: report
While municipal funding covered a modest share of organisations' expenses, it had an outsized impact in cities that increased their cultural support, a new study from DataArts shows
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
“Water became everything once there was a lack of it,” Faye Duncan-Daniel says. In #Arkansas, the lack of safe water summoned a community response led by a poet. www.maaa.org/news/river-revival-arkansas-poet-channels-water-stories-greater-good
A person wearing glasses and a hat gestures while standing near a railing overlooking a river. Text on the image reads: "Helena, Arkansas. River Revival: An Arkansas Poet Channels Water Stories into a Greater Good.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Researchers are proving what artists have always known: art is good for you. 💪🧑‍🎨 Arts participation can increase serotonin, boost innovative thinking, and reduce stress. It can even slow the aging of YOUR CELLS by 4%! How has art helped you? www.maaa.org/news/art-is-good-for-y…
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Art Is Good for You
Explore these initiatives and events to help you advocate for the arts as part of personal and community health and well-being.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
#Art-based programs supports us all; helping us heal and connect. #ArtsHealthDay26 How has participating in the arts helped you?
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Do you work in #theatre, #dance, or live #music? There’s a seat at the table, you should grab it. @smudataarts.bsky.social wants to hear from you about your experience with generative AI to help inform future policy and support for artists. survey.alchemer.com/s3/8855295/3102….
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GenAI Usage in the Performing Arts
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Recently parts of #Missouri and #Texas have been devastated by floods. If you know cultural institutions, arts organizations, artists and performing groups affected by the flooding please share this with them. More disaster recovery resources are compiled on our blog. www.maaa.org/news/disaste...
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Disaster Recovery Resources for Artists and Arts Organizations
Disaster relief and recovery support is available to artists and arts organizations through CERF+, FEMA, NCAPER, as well as state resources.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
In 2021 Sibling Rivalry Press went on hiatus. Now they've returned with renewed purpose and #Catalyze funding, ready to platform more #LGTBQ+ authors and artists. arktimes.com/food-and-culture/2026/…
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Poetic defiance: The revival of Sibling Rivalry Press, Arkansas’ hub for queer poetry - Arkansas Times
After a four year hiatus, Sibling Rivalry Press is back with a renewed focus on Arkansas’ queer poetry scene.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Instead of giving up, Andrew Myers got curious. 🔨 He had the confidence of an engineer, but not the skills of a woodworker. Now he's a fine craft artist showing us what it means to invest in yourself. www.maaa.org/news/bryant-arkansas-a…
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Sometimes we just need to be reminded 🩵
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
🚨 Applications for Artist INC are open in #STL! Take advantage of eight sessions of professional development brought to you by local artists. Learn more at artistinc.art
A person is standing with a microphone, looking down and smiling. The image promotes "Artist INC" with a deadline of July 8, 2026, in St. Louis, MO. The program runs from September 15 to November 10, 2026. The screen displays the RACSTL logo and states the photo is by Amanda Julia Steinback, featuring musician JerMarco Britton. The website artistinc.art/apply is shown.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
#Heartland music fest lineup just dropped! ⬇️ Whether you're a country, folk, EDM, rock, or jazz fan—the Heartland has music festivals for every ear. 🎶 There are so many that we couldn't fit them all here. Drop your favorite Mid-America music fest in the comments.
A list of music festivals and dates, titled "M-AAA's Music Fest Picks," displayed with a colorful, light-streaked border. Events are organized by state: Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Each state lists multiple festivals with location details and dates in 2023 and 2024. A note in pink and white text highlights "2026" and encourages not missing these live music opportunities.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
It's #NationalClayWeek! Have you ever wondered how glazes are made❓Check out our recent story about Arkansas' "Wild Pigment Potter," Emma Estelle. www.maaa.org/news/how-a-wild-pigmen…
A woman is using a mortar and pestle to grind pigments, surrounded by jars of various natural materials. Text on the image reads: "Little Rock, Arkansas. 'Wild Pigment Potter: How Emma Estelle Uses Nature's Chemistry to Create One-of-a-Kind Masterpieces.'"
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Slow your scroll, pardner!🚰 Hydrate yourself with some grants, residencies, and more. www.maaa.org/news/artist-...
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Artist and Arts Organization Opportunities and Deadlines
M-AAA's curated list of upcoming deadlines and opportunities for artists and arts organizations seeking to grow their practices and secure funding.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
What all of our programs have in common: they take your creative practice from chopped 👹 to skibidi ⭐ ~ sincerely, a Millenial/Gen Z cusp
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Many artists find themselves isolated, dreaming and working without a support system or community. Nick Carswell is NOT that artist. "You have to start somewhere, and a lot of the time, that’s showing up.” www.maaa.org/news/how-one-kansas-ar….
A person passionately sings into a microphone on stage. In the background, another person plays a guitar. The setting appears to be a live performance. Text on the image reads: "Lawrence, KS. How One Kansas Artist Is Strengthening the Arts Ecosystem for All.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
No matter your background, your experience, or your artistic medium . . . Artist INC offers career perspective and a community you can lean on. Pro artists from your city meet with you for eight-sessions about what it takes to make your practice thrive. Learn more at www.artistinc.art
Text on a pink background reads: "Fabulous, useful REAL WORLD INFO for your practice." Below, it says "Things We Hear in Artist INC" in smaller text.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
If you're looking for ways to stabilize your creative practice, this eight-session seminar can help. The best part—it's led by #artists who have been in your shoes. Artist INC applications are open in #KansasCity 🩰 #Topeka 🎻 #StLouis 🎨 and #Houston! artistinc.art/apply
In a sunlit workshop, two women are seated and engaged in an art activity. Various materials and tools are scattered around, with a wooden structure and brick wall in the background. The lower-left corner features text crediting media artist Kendell Harbin Steinback and photographer Amanda Julia Steinback.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Many organizations are seeking more equitable governance models. This free workshop responds with Indigenous approaches that move beyond rigidity and towards trust. www.maaa.org/event/future-pathways-…
A person writes on a notepad with a pencil. The image is overlaid with a green tint. Text reads, “Future Pathways: a Mid-America Arts Alliance workshop.”an upcoming workshop titled "The Wisdom of the Circle — Reclaiming Ancestral Governance in Modern Board Structures" by Rafael Feliciano-Roman on June 11. a man is smiling, displayed on a computer monitor graphic.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Thinking about applying for a grant from Heartland Craft Guilds? 📹 We've recorded a video walk through of the grant guidelines and application, just in case you missed out on office hours, but still have questions. youtu.be/iqR62ZOLyiU
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Application Walk Through | Heartland Craft Guilds: Capacity Support Grants
Welcome to office hours, where we walk you through the applications process. About M-AAA | 0:33 About Heartland Craft Guilds | 0:38 Eligibility | 1:16 Review Criteria | 4:15 Application | 7:01 Timeline | 14:47 How to Apply | 15:52 Screen Share Applicat...
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The Pickup @thepickupdotcom.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Need to get out of the house? Check Tulsa Picks first. This week, our round-up of the week’s best events includes "The Wiz," Boots Riley, Mother's Day and much more. thepickup.com/the-best-tul...
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The Best Tulsa Events: May 6-12 - The Pickup
"The Wiz," Boots Riley, Mother's Day and more
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
A BIG CONGRATS goes to #Texas choreographer and founder of Forklift Danceworks, Allison Orr on receiving a Doris Duke Award! 🎊 www.billboard.com/music/awards...
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Here Are the (Suddenly Wealthy) 2026 Recipients of the Doris Duke Artist Awards, Who Each Receive a $525K Cash Prize
Here are the recipients of the 2026 Doris Duke Artist Awards, who will each receive $525,000 – the top cash prize in the U.S. for performing artists.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Calling #KC creative workers of all kinds. 📢 Your voice = better support for #artists. Take the Status of Artists in Kansas City 2026 survey today: bit.ly/StatusOfArtistsKC_Social
A stylized image with a vibrant urban background features a megaphone emitting sound waves. The text reads, "KC ARTISTS, We want to hear from you." At the bottom, logos for Status of Artists, Mid-America Arts Alliance, and UMKC are displayed.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
New opportunities are here for #artists in #Oklahoma, #Texas, #Arkansas, #Missouri, and more! www.maaa.org/news/artist-...
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Artist and Arts Organization Opportunities and Deadlines
M-AAA's curated list of upcoming deadlines and opportunities for artists and arts organizations seeking to grow their practices and secure funding.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
💎 By exploring the natural world, Emma Estelle found her niche. Now she has a camera to document her work the way it deserves and a community of artists who help her think about ways to expand her business. 📸 www.maaa.org/news/how-a-wild-pigmen…
A short-haired woman using a mortar and pestle on a counter filled with jars containing various powders. The text reads: "Little Rock, Arkansas 'Wild Pigment Potter' How Emma Estelle Uses Nature’s Chemistry to Create One-of-a-Kind Masterpieces.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
#EarthDay is a reminder of how deeply art and environment are connected. Looking to bring that perspective into your space? Book a nature-themed exhibition and create opportunities for connection with the world around us. 🌿 Eusa.org
a wall display featuring hexagonal panels. The panels include a close-up of a butterfly wing, a scenic photograph of a butterfly, and ChromaFlair paint samples. Some text explains the science of color perception. A small wooden hexagon is attached to the wall.a boring beetle with an iridescent green and blue body, distinct yellow spots, and intricate, feathery antennae.Two individuals wearing white, camouflage-patterned winter gear are walking on a snowy and icy landscape. The sky is clear, and the scene is expansive and serene.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
If #artists don’t tell their own story, someone (or no one) else will. 💬 The Status of Artists in #KansasCity 2026 survey is now open for artists 18+ living and/or working in the KC metro (MO + KS). Take the survey: bit.ly/StatusOfArtistsKC_Social
A vibrant yellow poster featuring the text: "YOUR VOICE = Better Data & Better Support for KC Artists." Illustrated hands holding a brain, pencil, microphone, camera, and brush are scattered around the text. Logos for the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Mid-America Arts Alliance are at the bottom.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Artist INC applications in Kansas City and Topeka are now open! 📢 Our eight-session professional development seminar addresses the business needs of artists of all disciplines. Spots are limited and applications close June 10. www.artistinc.art/apply
An individual stands in an art studio, wearing a jumpsuit and gloves, surrounded by textile artwork depicting faces. The space features three large, blue-toned pieces hanging on the wall. The text reads: "INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST - HUNG LÊ" and "PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMANDA JULIA STEINBACK.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
We're so proud to announce the newest cohort of Catalyze grantees! Over the next year they'll combine mentoring and practice-based funding to take bold new steps in their creative practices. 🌟 www.maaa.org/news/catalyze-invests-…
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Need to refresh to your orgs' financial policies? 💸 Join Dr. Elaine Grogan Luttrull, CPA-PFS, AFC® on April 9 at 11:00 a.m. for Nonprofit Check-Up – Seven Financial Things for 2026! It's free. It's virtual. www.maaa.org/event/future-pathways-…
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
#KansasCity artists! 🫵 This is for you. A new survey is gathering data on the real living and working conditions of artists in the KC metro. 📈 Your voice helps shape funding, programs, and advocacy efforts. Take 20 minutes to participate: bit.ly/StatusOfArtistsKC_Social
Colorful graphic with a bright pink background featuring playful yellow and black illustrations, such as a crown, smiley face, paper airplane, and megaphone. Central text reads: "Help shape the future of artist support in Kansas City." Logos at the bottom include "Status of Artists in Kansas City," "Mid-America Arts Alliance," and "UMKC.
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Mid-America Arts Alliance @midamericaarts.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
We see your hard work #artists and orgs!🪻You make the #Heartland so special. Check out this list of grants, residencies, and workshops! www.maaa.org/news/artist-and-arts-o…
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