We’re extending the Artist Calls for one more day - so if you’re on the fence about submitting, you’ve a little extra time to do so! Call or email us tomorrow with any questions ⏰

This sculpture of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was created by artist Abbe Godwin in 1989 for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Gardens in Raleigh. One of the only sculptures known to depict Dr. King in his doctoral robe! .............. #MartinLutherKingDay #dayofservice

We are BEYOND excited to announce Raleigh Arts new Public Art Director Kelly McChesney! Welcome Kelly!! We are excited for this awesome arts team - be sure to stay tuned for all the Raleigh Arts projects to come this year 🙌 #artseverywhere

Professional Development Grant for Artists from United Arts Council provides up to $1500 financial support to committed artists and small groups. Application workshops on Jan 24, 27, Feb 3. Learn more here bit.ly/2DirKbL

Awesome opportunity for #artsnonprofits! @BCBSNC is offering a leadership lab for executive directors who want to produce change-making results in their organizations and in their community. Apply by Feb. 2: bit.ly/2DiWysX

Meet @RaleighArts new public art director Kelly McChesney in this great interview with Michael S. Williams from ArtsNowNC! bit.ly/2DqJaTD

Don't forget! This is the last week to enter Raleigh Stormwater's Capture it! Stormwater Arts Contest! Due Fri, Jan 26. Open to all high school students in Raleigh. Winners receive $300 prize, and a feature at the 2018 Raleigh Environmental Awards! More: bit.ly/2DrK8z1

We are combining this account with our other account, @RaleighArts, to bring you ALL the art news in one convenient feed! To keep following us, be sure to follow @RaleighArts before March 1st!

The Arts Village artist in resident, Samatha Johns, will open her new show at the Crafts NC State Crafts Center next Friday. Please spread the word! #performanceart facebook.com/events/2021463… First Friday Raleigh @RaleighArts @NCState_DASA NC State College of Design @NCStateTextiles NCSU Theatre

CALL FOR ARTISTS: Durham City Gov seeking proposals for public art in Ellerbee Creek Trail Pedestrian Tunnel. $7k project budget. Submit by Feb. 3. More info here: bit.ly/2DFsac4

We are proud to be part of this project that will make the new bridges on Peace Street and Wade Avenue into works of art! Full article here: bit.ly/2s91krJ The News & Observer City of Raleigh

The North Carolina Museum of Art is looking for an experienced, highly-motivated Special Events Coordinator who is interested in managing internal and external events at the #NCMA! Listing here: indeedhi.re/2nG97sf

New Arts Flash newsletter is out! Check out all the awesome arts projects we've been working on here at Raleigh Arts 🙌 bit.ly/2Bd0eOp

Love arts and live in Carrboro? Here's a chance to get involved -> #do x.com/CarrboroTownGo…

Design a bus shelter for GoRaleigh! Submit your proposal by March 15th for the chance to be featured on one of ten bus shelters throughout Raleigh! More information here: bit.ly/2EDjF56 City of Raleigh @RaleighArts #arteverywhere #togetherraleigh

Important info for anyone registering their kids for camp this summer!! x.com/raleighparks/s…

Plan ahead, parents: So many people signed up on the first day last year that the website slowed to a crawl. Raleigh Parks newsobserver.com/news/local/cou…

Be sure to check out the new blooms in Five Points! One of a few happy bouquets popping up in Raleigh this week to celebrate #NCMABloom. Thanks to North Carolina Museum of Art Raleigh Sustainability News City of Raleigh @wateredgardenflorist PNC Bank Downtown Raleigh Alliance

Win an art print of Joy Meyer's The Wilderness, valued at $300! Snap a photo of yourself at Block2 Gallery, post it to Instagram with the hashtag #WildforBlock2, and follow the account Raleigh Arts. Get creative! Winner selected June 27th