Arts News
Our latest announcements and opportunities — from artist calls and grants to exciting events.
🌱 Microgrant Program — Best for First-Time Applicants
Funding amount: Up to $1,000Application cycle: Quarterly, open year-round until funds are depletedWho can apply: Individual artists and organizations based in Long Beach
Our Microgrant Program is the best starting point for artists and organizations new to grant funding. It’s designed for small-scale, high-impact projects and professional development opportunities that benefit Long Beach residents.
Project Microgrants funds free, public arts projects such as community performances, ...
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Preserving Public Art in Long Beach – Apply for the Public Art Maintenance Microgrant!
Exciting News: The 2026–2027 Community Project Grant Application Has Reopened!
Arts Council for Long Beach Awarded Knight Cities Challenge Grant for The Creative Games
Keeping in Tune: Restoring “The Blue Note”
🎉 Long Beach’s Road to 2028: Introducing the Imagine28 Grant Awardees!
ArtsLB Announces Arts Hero Award at State of the Arts 2026
ArtsLB Turns 50, It’s Time to Boogie on Down to State of the Arts 2026!
Get Paid to Create! Introducing “Healing Through Color”—A Free Summer Program for Long Beach Teens
Calling All 5th Graders! Discover, Create, and Win Prizes at the New Port Art Program
IMAGINE28: Shaping the Cultural Landscape for Summer 2028
Join Our Team as a Marketing or Public Art Intern!
Beyond the Spotlight: Putting Every Long Beach Neighborhood on the Map
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Profiles in the Arts
We love to share all the fantastic work happening in the creative community. Check here as we profile local artists, community leaders and organizations making things happen.
Discover the Artistry of Long Beach: Professional Artist Fellowship Art Exhibition
Discover Long Beach’s Rich Arts Scene: Theatres, Art Galleries, and Museums You Can’t Miss
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Celebrating Black History Month
Arts Council for Long Beach Announces New Board President and Executive Committee
Artist Registry Feature: Valerie J. Bower
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