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October 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
King Corona Cigars
Tours meet nightly at 7:30 pm
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This site is designed to increase your access to the arts by providing event calendars, class schedules, artist info, and more. All in one place. No matter who you are or what you believe, art is something everyone can agree on. It helps bring our communities together and presents a more coherent meaning to our world. By igniting the arts within us, the Arts Council is working to create a stronger, happier, and more prosperous region.
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Calendar & Events
Each year, thousands of local residents are brought together through events made possible with Arts Council funds. Find something cool in your area.
Art Lovers
August 5, 2021
King Corona Cigars
Tours meet nightly at 7:30 pm
Art Lovers
February 18, 2021 - December 16, 2021
Henry B. Plant Museum
Experience live classical music in a historic setting. On the third Thursday of each month, visit the Museum at 11 AM to hear a live classical music performance. Â Live concerts were the most popular daily entertainment at the Tampa Bay hotel, and Music in the Museum restores this authentic tradition. Â Enjoy the sounds of the […]
February 20, 2021 - December 18, 2021
Clearwater Main Library, 1st floor Carnegie Gallery
Enjoy a guided tour of public art in downtown Clearwater BUY TICKETS Enjoy a leisurely stroll while enjoying and learning about our city’s vibrant downtown public art scene. The tour will take around 1 hour, beginning at the Clearwater Main Library and ending near the Capitol Theater. After the walk, we welcome you to dine […]
Art Lovers
March 19, 2021 - December 23, 2021
Henry B. Plant Museum
“When the Train Comes Along”: Booker T. Washington at the Tampa Bay Casino examines and explores the significance and impact of Washington’s 1912 address in Tampa – a mostly forgotten chapter of local history. BUY TICKETS This Spring, a fascinating and significant new exhibit will open at the Henry Plant Museum.  “When the Train Comes Along”: […]
Art Lovers
May 26, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Dan Balk Jewelry Studio
    Celebrate love this season by creating lasting memories of artistic adventure. These intimate, one-on-one, silver ring making classes are taught by artist and designer goldsmith, Dan Balk. Our jewelry studio offers participants an exciting venue to work together and discover new abilities to express their creative sides making bands under the guidance of a professional […]
Art Lovers
May 27, 2021 - August 2, 2021
Dan Balk Jewelry Studio
    Celebrate love this season by creating lasting memories of artistic adventure. These intimate, one-on-one, silver ring making classes are taught by artist and designer goldsmith, Dan Balk. Our jewelry studio offers participants an exciting venue to work together and discover new abilities to express their creative sides making bands under the guidance of a professional […]
Art Lovers
May 28, 2021 - August 3, 2021
Dan Balk Jewelry Studio
    Celebrate love this season by creating lasting memories of artistic adventure. These intimate, one-on-one, silver ring making classes are taught by artist and designer goldsmith, Dan Balk. Our jewelry studio offers participants an exciting venue to work together and discover new abilities to express their creative sides making bands under the guidance of a professional […]
Art Lovers
May 29, 2021 - August 4, 2021
Dan Balk Jewelry Studio
    Celebrate love this season by creating lasting memories of artistic adventure. These intimate, one-on-one, silver ring making classes are taught by artist and designer goldsmith, Dan Balk. Our jewelry studio offers participants an exciting venue to work together and discover new abilities to express their creative sides making bands under the guidance of a professional […]
Art Lovers
May 30, 2021 - August 7, 2021
USF College of The Arts
The USF School of Music presents the USF Community Music Project, where we offer a 10-week semester of private lessons and classes online, without parking or traffic concerns, from April 4 – June 12; a Summer Interlude 6-week session (Jun 13 – July 24), and 2 Fall semesters of 10-week sessions, beginning July 25 and October […]
Art Lovers
May 30, 2021 - August 5, 2021
Dan Balk Jewelry Studio
    Celebrate love this season by creating lasting memories of artistic adventure. These intimate, one-on-one, silver ring making classes are taught by artist and designer goldsmith, Dan Balk. Our jewelry studio offers participants an exciting venue to work together and discover new abilities to express their creative sides making bands under the guidance of a professional […]
Art Lovers
May 31, 2021 - August 6, 2021
Dan Balk Jewelry Studio
    Celebrate love this season by creating lasting memories of artistic adventure. These intimate, one-on-one, silver ring making classes are taught by artist and designer goldsmith, Dan Balk. Our jewelry studio offers participants an exciting venue to work together and discover new abilities to express their creative sides making bands under the guidance of a professional […]
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Buy local art
We’ve brought the best, brightest, and most talented local artists together in one spot: right here! To add original artwork to your home while supporting your local arts community, simply visit our artist directory page. There you’ll find storefront links under several of our members. Think of it as a virtual art festival.
Classes and workshops
Learn to write poetry, brush up on your watercolor painting, or master the art of wood working. We host an amazing list of local classes and workshops where you can illuminate your life with amazing arts and culture.
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Which Arts Council Grant for Organizations is Right for You?
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ARTS COUNCIL ORGANIZATIONAL GRANTS We have prepared this comparison of Arts Council grants to assist in better understanding
March 15, 2021
Artists
Preliminary Grant Timeline for FYE 2022 Grants
Here’s a look at when we’re planning to do each step of our grant process – but please note it
March 11, 2021
General
FYE 2021 Board Meetings
ARTS COUNCIL BOARD MEETING DATES FOR FYE 2021 Note: All meetings are scheduled for 12:00 noon but this is subject
February 16, 2021
Art Lovers
Meet the Talented Local Artists Receiving Professional Development Grants in 2021!
Each year, the Hillsborough Arts Council awards grants of up to $2,000 to emerging and established local artists. The Professional
January 27, 2021
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