Join your peers and the Vermont Arts Council for our annual session focusing on arts advocacy, idea sharing, and celebrating the arts across the state.

This year's event is happening on Friday, February 24.  We'll host an issues briefing meeting prior to lunch dates with legislators. We will also feature several guest speakers throughout the day.  See schedule or RSVP.

*Please note* The Arts Council will be collecting non-perishable food items throughout the the day on February 24th.  Please bring an item with you, and we will add it to our collection for a local foodshelf.

Paintings by Janet Wormser will be on display in the Spotlight Gallery through the end of February 2012. 

The Spotlight Gallery is located at 136 State Street and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 4:30PM.  A reception for the artist will be held on February 10 from 4PM to 7PM as part of Montpelier's Art Walk.

Artist Statement: After many years of painting in a naturalistic manner I felt too confined and wanted to try painting more abstractly. That made sense given that I have long been attracted to painters such as Bonnard and de Kooning. Also, it seemed to me that the line between abstractionism and naturalism was rather artificial. I believe our everyday vision encompasses abstraction.  Read more.

We are pleased to announce the next round of orientations for the Vermont Cultural Data Project. The Vermont CDP highly encourages organizations to participate in a New User Orientation when getting started in the database. The New User Orientation will walk you through the process of entering data, applying to participating grantmakers, and using the CDP's powerful reporting features.

Learn more about making your organization's data work for you!

Throughout the year the Arts Council recognizes individuals and organizations that are making important contributions to the arts.  The Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts, the Walter Cerf Medal for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts, the Council's Business Award and various citations provide an opportunity for the recipients to be honored by colleagues, friends, family and members of the community.

Is there an artist or cultural organization you'd like considered?  We are currently seeking nominations for all of these awards.  Simply fill out the online form or send a letter of recommendation via e-mail.