September 1, 2020 - February 28, 2021
USF Contemporary Art Museum
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Welcome to the Hillsborough Arts Council
Igniting the arts within us
Connecting arts, community, and culture for all
The Hillsborough Arts Council has been enriching the lives of Hillsborough County residents through arts and culture for more than 50 years. We provide an essential support system for local artists, allowing them to thrive and enhance the way we live, work, and play. We also invest in local artists, arts organizations, and arts programs to enhance access to culture in every corner of Hillsborough County. Whether you’re an organization, a local artist, or an art lover, the Hillsborough Arts Council exists to ignite the arts within all of us.
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Calendar & events
October 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Virtual
“Here” our inaugural show explores the work of three women artists, Yadira Torres, Palmarin Merges, and Lindsey Kincaid. Their work is deeply rooted in ideas pertaining to self-identity, navigating, and exploring the impact of cultural heritage, sexuality, and memory.
October 1, 2020 - May 10, 2021
Tampa Bay-area high school students are invited to submit original, unpublished short stories on the theme of “Mars – the Red Planet.”
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Artist spotlight
Mark Aeling
Mark Aeling is an internationally known artist with more than 25 years of professional experience. Sculpture is his life’s ambition and his life’s work. Aeling has completed many public and private commissions, from small, interior art works to monumental exterior installations. His extensive experience includes all complex phases involved in the creation of indoor and outdoor public art from concept and design through budgeting, fabrication and installation.
Arts & culture in action
Letter of Support for Save Our Stages
I write today on behalf of the Arts Council of Hillsborough County to voice our support of the small venues
November 4, 2020
FYE 2021 Budget
To see our budget for fiscal year ending in 2021, please click here:Â Arts Council 2021 Expense Budget
October 12, 2020
Shop Small: Here’s where to buy local art
We recently asked local artists where to find their work, if you want to buy it. We hope this list
May 15, 2020
Covid-19 Resources for Artists & Arts Organizations
While have been sent to share these with you as well, we’ve created this round-up where we can continue to
March 27, 2020
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