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The Arts & Cultural Council for Greater
Rochester is the local arts agency for
the Rochester, New York metropolitan region. It
is our mission to develop, promote and strengthen
the cultural industry for the benefit of the people
of the Rochester region. The Arts Council directly
serves the cultural community—- artists and cultural
organizations— as well as the community at large.
View our Cultural
Development Plan.
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| News and Opportunities |
Arts & Cultural Council Seeks Grants Manager
Free Workshop
Grant Seeking Basics for Individuals in the Arts
July 14, 2008 – Kate Gleason Auditorium
Additional Employment Opportunities
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A&CCESS Savings Card
Register for your free A&CCESS™ Savings Card today and receive discounts to Rochester area galleries, museums, live theaters, music events, festivals and participating retailers.
To learn more, visit A&CCESS™.
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| Arts E-News |
Download the most recent edition of
Arts E-News.
Submit an event or employment opportunity to Arts E-News.
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Regional Events Calendar
Be sure to check out our regional events calendar - filled with exhibitions, performances, openings, family-friendly activities and cultural happenings. You can find an event by date or search by interest.
See what's happening in Rochester now!
Submit an event to the Regional Events Calendar.
The Regional Events Calendar is generously funded by the Rochester Area Community Foundation.
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The summer 2008 issue of Metropolitan is now available! Metropolitan offers a look at the amazing individuals and organizations that make greater Rochester a great place to live and visit.
To learn more about our free publication, including advertising, distribution and sponsorship opportunities, visit Metropolitan.
Download a Metropolitan Media Kit
Shown at left: Summer 2008 Issue. Cover Art: The Hiram Sibley Building in Rochester's East End. © Andy Olenick fotowerks.com.
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Reggie Plays
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Denise P. Logan:
The Art of Jazz
illustrations and paintings
Exhibit:
Friday, May 30, 2008 through
Thursday, July 31, 2008
The gallery is located in our offices at
277 N. Goodman Street. Call
(585) 473-4000 for more information.
Upcoming Gallery Exhibitors
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Original artwork: Cheryl Olney; design by
Jenna Fava Design
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2008 Annual Arts Awards
SAVE THE DATE!
The Arts & Cultural Council’s 25 th Annual Arts Awards Luncheon will be held Wednesday, October 8, at the Hyatt Regency Rochester. Please save the date and plan to join us for a reception beginning at 11:15 a.m. and for the luncheon beginning at 12:00 noon.
Click here for a complete list of past Arts Awards honorees.
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Arts & Economic Prosperity III
The Arts & Cultural Council conducted a two-year study of the economic impact of nonprofit arts organizations in Monroe County, released in June 2007.
The study provides compelling new evidence that the nonprofit arts and culture are a $198.87 million industry in Monroe County.
View the Local Study (PDF format).
Summary on economic impact of the arts in Monroe County
Read and watch the story as covered by Channel 13 - WHAM-TV.
Nationally, the nonprofit arts and culture industry generates $166.2 billion in economic activity every year.
View the National Study (PDF format)
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Not By Invitation Only:
Building Diversity in Arts Programming and Audiences
In 2007 the Arts & Cultural Council engaged in a Regional Cultural Diversity Needs Assessment as part of a long-term planning process. The final report summarizes the results and recommendations from the year-long process. The Needs Assessment, along with the Council's economic impact study, will serve as major inputs to the development of a Regional Cultural Strategy in the coming years.
View the complete report |
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