The Arts Council for Long Beach is thrilled to bring back the highly-anticipated State of the Arts event. This evening is not just another event, but a unique fusion of live music, captivating entertainment, special guest speakers, and a dazzling awards ceremony, all...
The Arts Council for Long Beach (ArtsLB) is excited to introduce our summer cohort of interns! This year, we have the pleasure of working with four talented and driven local college students who are contributing their skills and enthusiasm to our organization. Their...
The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce a call for panelists to participate in the selection process for the curator of our FY24 Professional Artist Fellowship Exhibition. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a pivotal decision that will shape...
Are you a passionate curator with a deep connection to Long Beach? The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce a call for curatorial qualifications for the FY24 Professional Artist Fellowship Exhibition. We invite community members, artists,...
The City of Long Beach is excited to announce the opening of the voting period for the Creative Economy Grants – Public Mural Program. From now until July 8, 2024, community members can vote for one of three mural choices per district. Your vote will help decide...
Good news for the vibrant arts community of Long Beach! ArtsLB is thrilled to announce that our annual grant applications are officially open, inviting local artists and organizations to bring their creative visions to life. We are offering three distinct grant...
This weekend promises to be a vibrant celebration of both community and creativity at the annual Long Beach Pride Parade and Festival, happening on May 18th and 19th. As we revel in the joy and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community, the Arts Council for Long Beach is...
LONG BEACH, CA – Today, the Arts Council for Long Beach announced the 35 organizations and 35 artists selected to participate in the California Creative Corps program. Earlier this year, ArtsLB was selected by the California Arts Council as one of 15...
Go Make Something, Kids! Is excited to present Long Beach, Unified, an art exhibition to be held at the Long Beach Community College Art Gallery. Long Beach, Unified features original art works from Go Make Something Kids! participants who represent the Leadership...
The Long Beach City College Public Art Program seeks to contribute to a welcoming, affirming campus experience for all students. In the 2019 NACCC survey, a minority of students felt they mattered in public spaces on campus and one of the recommended actions was to...
The AOC7 Neighborhood Association is selecting artists from the Arts Council for Long Beach Artist Registry to submit proposals for a utility box project along Anaheim St. Select artists will be invited to create an original artwork proposal with the theme A...
What has transpired in the last two weeks has made an enormous impact on our lives, yet I know that as an arts community we have great skill in redirecting, of changing the course so that our art can continue to grow. You are all doing great work to ensure the safety...
The Long Beach Public Library and the Arts Council for Long Beach are launching a new Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate (LBYPL) program to serve Long Beach youth with year-round literary arts, civic engagement and performance opportunities. “Adding to the incredible...
We would like to invite you Saturday February 1st 11 am – 1 pm to celebrate our workshop series Determination LB with Big Sleeps at 1340 Cherry Ave, in Long Beach. There will be music, performances, Determination gallery, give aways by @creativeflowarts and...
Arts Council for Long Beach is moving its offices. We will be closed from Monday, December 16, 2019 through Thursday, January 16, 2020. Our new address will be: Arts Council for Long Beach 115 Pine Ave., Suite 350 Long Beach, CA 90802 Phone: (562) 435-2787...
On Saturday, November 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. celebrate Dia de los Muertos at 14th Street Park between Pacific and Cedar. Enjoy free snacks, live performances, arts and crafts, bounce houses and face painting. Traditional attire encouraged.
On Tuesday, September 24 from 5–7 p.m. the Arts Council for Long Beach will be celebrating inclusion and diversity with the completion of a new mural at Washington Middle School. The Arts Council’s effort is to spotlight the collaborative work of muralist Kenny...
The Arts Council for Long Beach is proud to announce 34 grantees funded through its Annual Grant programs for 2018–2019 and Percent for Arts Grant Program. Generously supported through the City of Long Beach’s allocation for the arts and Percent for Arts Program,...
Last week, the City of Long Beach held a recognition ceremony for the Long Beach Blues Society and New Blues Festival, honoring their achievements at FestFormus as well as their contribution to the greater Long Beach community . The Long Beach Blues Society, an Arts...
STORIES SHOULD BE BASED ON A TRUE STORY FROM YOU LIFE. Please limit your story to around 5 minutes long. OPEN FORMAT – NO TOPIC IS OFF LIMITS Please SHARE a story about whatever is on your heart or in your mind. What you witness in the world. Something really funny...
Few things in life are more satisfying than seeing a talented young person begin a career in the arts. But without the right professional connections and hands-on experience, their first and greatest challenge may be just getting a foot in the door. That’s why...
The Arts Council for Long Beach is partnering with City Council districts that would like to beautify neighborhoods through the installation of murals. Artists are invited to submit their ideas and qualifications for this exciting community initiative. Each artist...
Downtown Long Beach Alliance has partnered once again with the Arts Council for Long Beach to celebrate Arts Month through the launch of DTLBUNFILTERED. Now in its second year, this signature art program invites the community and visitors to the gallery to showcase...
On Thursday, November 1 from 6 to 8 p.m., join the Arts Council for Long Beach, for an Open Conversation with Murky Realms artist Peter Zokosky. Curators Brian Trimble and Terry Braunstein will lead an informal discussion about process, about influences, and about his...
El Dorado Nature Center is part of expansive El Dorado Park in Long Beach with thousands of visitors each month. Our Visitor Center contains a gallery space for rotating shows, one month in duration, nature-themed and family-friendly. Seeking artists to show June 2020...
