The calendar below features upcoming Arts Commission deadlines, events, information sessions and workshop opportunities. Times, dates and event details may be subject to change. For more information, please email [email protected].

 

Sep
2
Mon
Labor Day | Offices Closed
Sep 2 all-day
Sep
6
Fri
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Online
Sep 6 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
17
Tue
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Phoenix
Sep 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
18
Wed
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Yuma
Sep 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
20
Fri
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Phoenix
Sep 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
23
Mon
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Phoenix
Sep 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Sep
26
Thu
Quarterly Commission Meeting
Sep 26 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Click here for public meeting notice.

Sep
27
Fri
R&D Grant Information Sessions – Flagstaff
Sep 27 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Apply Now: 2020 Research & Development Grant

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for 2020 Research & Development (R&D) Grants.

R&D Grants provide funding support to Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

Who’s it For?

Artists working in any discipline who live and work in Arizona. Whether you’re just getting started or you have already experienced many career successes, the R&D Grant is available to help you take your artistic practice to the next level, including:

  • exploration of new techniques
  • experimentation with new materials or technologies
  • creation of new work
  • development of new strategies for engaging your community of practice

The application period for 2020 Research & Development Grants is now open.

Apply Now!

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM, Friday, October 25, 2019.

R&D Grant Information Sessions
Leading up to the application due date, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will present public information sessions online and throughout the state.

Additional opportunities will be posted as they are scheduled.

Oct
14
Mon
Columbus Day | Offices Closed
Oct 14 all-day
Nov
6
Wed
SMU DataArts Workshop Tucson
Nov 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

This November, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, in partnership with the Flinn Foundation and Virginia G. Piper Trust, are pleased to offer regional, in-person training workshops to enrich your understanding of the data you submit to SMU DataArts’ Cultural Data Project. Workshops were designed based on the responses you provided in recent surveys and will include opportunities to meet SMU DataArts staff and ask questions specific to your organization.

Additionally, our friends at the Flinn Foundation invite all workshop participants to join a lunch hour discussion alongside the workshop. A light lunch will be provided for those who RSVP. Your lunch RSVP is separate from your registration for the workshop(s), so be sure to do both.

Tucson

Speaking of Data
Attendees will take a deep-dive into their own organization’s data and practice learning from and using that data as part of their work. This intensive session is ideal for decision-making staff and board members interested in learning how to read their SMU DataArts Analytic Reports and practice using them in conversations with various stakeholders and audiences.

This workshop is produced in partnership with the Arizona Commission on the Arts and the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona.

November 6, 2019
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Historic Brings Coworking
(large conf. room, 2nd floor)
236 S Scott Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701

Register: http://culturaldata.nonprofitsoapbox.com/calendar/event/773
Parking available at 160S S Scott Ave (Corral & Scott Ave)

Lunch discussion to follow
Hosted by the Flinn Foundation

RSVP: https://conta.cc/2VUIEr4

Nov
7
Thu
SMU DataArts Workshop Phoenix
Nov 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

This November, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, in partnership with the Flinn Foundation and Virginia G. Piper Trust, are pleased to offer regional, in-person training workshops to enrich your understanding of the data you submit to SMU DataArts’ Cultural Data Project. Workshops were designed based on the responses you provided in recent surveys and will include opportunities to meet SMU DataArts staff and ask questions specific to your organization.

Additionally, our friends at the Flinn Foundation invite all workshop participants to join a lunch hour discussion alongside the workshop. A light lunch will be provided for those who RSVP. Your lunch RSVP is separate from your registration for the workshop(s), so be sure to do both.

Phoenix

Data at Work: Introduction to DataArts Analytic Tools
This workshop will dive into how to use SMU DataArts’ free tools to help you better understand how to analyze trends in your data, benchmark against peer organizations, and gain insight into your work with key performance indicators. This session is ideal for those who have already completed at least one Cultural Data Profile Survey, although new users are also welcome.

This workshop is produced in partnership with the Arizona Commission on the Arts, the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture, and Ballet Arizona.

November 7, 2019
10:00 am – 11:00 am

Ballet Arizona
2835 Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Register: http://culturaldata.nonprofitsoapbox.com/calendar/event/771
Parking details can be found here under the Dorrance Theatre directions section.

Lunch discussion to follow
Hosted by the Flinn Foundation

RSVP: https://conta.cc/2VOAxfo

Speaking of Data
Attendees will take a deep-dive into their own organization’s data and practice learning from and using that data as part of their work. This intensive session is ideal for decision-making staff and board members interested in learning how to read their SMU DataArts Analytic Reports and practice using them in conversations with various stakeholders and audiences.

This workshop is produced in partnership with the Arizona Commission on the Arts and the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona.

November 7, 2019
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Ballet Arizona
2835 Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Register: http://culturaldata.nonprofitsoapbox.com/calendar/event/772
Parking details can be found here under the Dorrance Theatre directions section.

Nov
8
Fri
SMU DataArts Workshop Flagstaff
Nov 8 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

This November, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, in partnership with the Flinn Foundation and Virginia G. Piper Trust, are pleased to offer regional, in-person training workshops to enrich your understanding of the data you submit to SMU DataArts’ Cultural Data Project. Workshops were designed based on the responses you provided in recent surveys and will include opportunities to meet SMU DataArts staff and ask questions specific to your organization.

Additionally, our friends at the Flinn Foundation invite all workshop participants to join a lunch hour discussion alongside the workshop. A light lunch will be provided for those who RSVP. Your lunch RSVP is separate from your registration for the workshop(s), so be sure to do both.

Flagstaff

Speaking of Data
Attendees will take a deep-dive into their own organization’s data and practice learning from and using that data as part of their work. This intensive session is ideal for decision-making staff and board members interested in learning how to read their SMU DataArts Analytic Reports and practice using them in conversations with various stakeholders and audiences.

This workshop is produced in partnership with the Arizona Commission on the Arts and the Flagstaff Arts Council.

November 8, 2019
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Coconino Center for the Arts
2300 N Fort Valley Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Register: http://culturaldata.nonprofitsoapbox.com/calendar/event/770

Lunch discussion to follow
Hosted by the Flinn Foundation

RSVP: https://conta.cc/2Bmodd2