State of the Arts Returns – A Celebration That Counts More Than Ever

The Arts Council for Long Beach is proud to announce the return of State of the Arts, our annual celebration of creativity, community, and cultural leadership. Join us Friday, September 19, 2025, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Marina Pacifica Shopping Center for an...

Nominate a Creative Changemaker: State of the Arts 2025 Awards

Each year, State of the Arts honors Long Beach residents who make an extraordinary impact through the arts. Whether through community organizing, education, philanthropy, or cultural innovation, these awardees remind us that creativity isn’t just a product—it’s a...

🎨 New Artist Registry Tools Make It Easier Than Ever to Hire Local Artists

The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce new updates to our Artist Registry—a vital tool for connecting the public, businesses, and event organizers with local creative talent. To better support live programming during events like the Downtown Long Beach...

Discover Local Artists

The ACLB Artist Registry lets you connect with artists from throughout greater Long Beach across every genre.

More than 1,000 Long Beach Artists

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Explore Public Art

The Arts Council for Long Beach believes that public art connects neighborhoods and offers insight into our collective heritage, while encouraging civic pride and community participation.

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The Arts Council  for Long Beach funds local artists and art organizations through a variety of grant opportunities. 

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Browse the latest news about the Arts Council for Long Beach, including artist and venue profiles, artist opportunities, important announcements, and other Long Beach arts and culture information.

State of the Arts Returns – A Celebration That Counts More Than Ever
The Arts Council for Long Beach is proud to announce the return of State of the Arts, our annual celebration ... Keep Reading

State of the Arts Returns – A Celebration That Counts More Than Ever

Nominate a Creative Changemaker: State of the Arts 2025 Awards
Each year, State of the Arts honors Long Beach residents who make an extraordinary impact through the arts. Whether through ... Keep Reading

Nominate a Creative Changemaker: State of the Arts 2025 Awards

🎨 New Artist Registry Tools Make It Easier Than Ever to Hire Local Artists
The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce new updates to our Artist Registry—a vital tool for connecting ... Keep Reading

🎨 New Artist Registry Tools Make It Easier Than Ever to Hire Local Artists

Celebrating the Completion of Long Beach’s Creative Economy Grants Public Mural Program
The City of Long Beach and the Arts Council for Long Beach (ArtsLB) are proud to announce the culmination of ... Keep Reading

Celebrating the Completion of Long Beach’s Creative Economy Grants Public Mural Program

FY26 Professional Artist Fellowship Artist Headshot and Artist Statement Workshops 
To assist artists in preparation for the 2025-2026 Professional Artist Fellowship application, the Arts Council for Long Beach is hosting ... Keep Reading

FY26 Professional Artist Fellowship Artist Headshot and Artist Statement Workshops 

2025-2026 Call for Grant Panelists
Each year, the Arts Council for Long Beach convenes grant review panels to undertake the important task of deciding how ... Keep Reading

2025-2026 Call for Grant Panelists

Keep Art On Your Mind

Get updates from the Arts Council for Long Beach, including updates on events and notifications of opportunities for artists.