Latest News
Check here for our latest announcements and opportunities — from artist calls and grants to exciting projects.
Arts Council for Long Beach Announces Grantees for 2018–2019 With New Percent for Arts Funding and New Percent for Arts Fellows Grant
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,...
City of Long Beach Recognizes Long Beach Blues Society and New Blues Festival
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...
Financial Literacy & Money Consciousness for Artists
Co-presented by SBCC and Creative Incite Led by Claire Van Holland of CVLedger, this workshop will help reduce the “fear factor” that artists struggle with when dealing with their money management concerns. Claire Van Holland is a creative first, who just...
Singer Auditions for the Long Beach Camerata Singers
SIGN UP NOW TO AUDITIONTUES JUNE 18/ WED JUNE 19 Both paid and volunteer positions availableAll Staff Positions will be filled in June "Every rehearsal is a master class . . ." That is what our singers are saying about Camerata Artistic Director, Dr. James...
Adventures in Public Art – Call for Teaching Artist
Call for Teaching Artist The San Pedro Waterfront Arts District (Arts District) is seeking a qualified Teaching Artist to bring creative enthusiasm and design skills to help high school students paint an outdoor mural in San Pedro. The selected Teaching Artist will...
Imagen Awards Student Short Film Competition!
The Imagen Foundation is pleased to announce the kick-off of its Imagen Awards Student Short Film Competition! College and high school students from all over the United States and Puerto Rico are encouraged to submit a film they have completed between August 28, 2017...
Things to Do
Learn more about upcoming Arts Council events and partner events happening around town.
Figurative Encounters – Opening Reception
Join us at the Art@Work pop-up gallery space in Long Beach for the opening reception of Figurative Encounters, showcasing the work of Long Beach-based artist Virginia Broersma and AGCC studio artist Anna Erneholm. In Broersma’s paintings, limbs, crevices, rolls, and...
Determinaton LB
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 food.• • •...
Join the Arts Council for an Open Conversation about our Strategic Plan!
The Arts Council for Long Beach wants to hear from residents about their thoughts and visions for the future of arts and culture in Long Beach. We have embarked on a planning process that is informed by public input and will determine our work over a 5 year period,...
Port of Long Beach PHOTO Gallery Pop-Up
On Saturday, December 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. photographs from the 2019 PHOTO PROGRAM will be on view during the December LB Art Walk. The Port of Long Beach is more than an economic engine – it can be a source of surprising beauty and a feast for the creative eye. The...
UNFILTERED Finalists’ Reception
Downtown Long Beach Alliance has partnered with the Arts Council for Long Beach for the 3rd Annual Unfiltered Photography Contest to celebrate Arts Month through the launch of #DTLBUNFILTERED. This signature art program invites the community and visitors to the...
Senator Gonzalez’ Dia de los Muertos Pop-Up
The Arts Council for Long Beach will be at State Senator Lena Gonzalez' Dia de los Muertos Pop-up event this Friday. We will be paying our respects and honoring two artists lost this year: Toko Tasi and Katie Phillips. Please join us as we remember their work in the...
Get Involved
Learn more about the Arts Council’s latest initiatives, education opportunities and arts advocacy calls to action.
Washington Middle School Mural Celebration
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...
Financial Literacy & Money Consciousness for Artists
Co-presented by SBCC and Creative Incite Led by Claire Van Holland of CVLedger, this workshop will help reduce the “fear factor” that artists struggle with when dealing with their money management concerns. Claire Van Holland is a creative first, who just...
Ben Caldwell Keynote Speaker at Creative Long Beach Luncheon
On March 22, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., artist, educator, and KAOS Network founder and director, Ben Caldwell will give a keynote address at the first annual Creative Long Beach Internship Program fundraiser, “Interns in the Arts.” The event will take place at The Reef Restaurant.
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.
Call for Altars for Dia de los Muertos
The Arts Council has partnered with Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles for a Dia de los Muertos Celebration at 14th Street Park in the Washington Neighborhood on November 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additionally, on November 8, from 6 to 10 p.m. Senator Lena...
Remembering Katie Phillips: “A Life of Possibilities”
Katie Phillips was a creative builder, maker, and force in our arts community. Her accomplishments were not only in creating art for herself but creating spaces where others could create their own art. Whether you experienced her joyful light and inquisitive mind...
Washington Middle School Mural Celebration
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...