Oklahoma Arts Council News

2012 Leadership Arts Class Members Announced

For Immediate Release

Oklahoma City – The Oklahoma Arts Council today announced the names of 33 individuals from 21 communities throughout the state that will participate in its 2012 Leadership Arts program. Members will participate in sessions that will equip them to become community arts leaders. Read the full news release...

How to Develop an Arts Education Program

Did you know the Oklahoma Arts Council has an online guide to walk you through the steps of creating an arts education program? With a solid plan for developing your program you increase your chances of receiving grant funding and enhance the learning experience for your students.

Here are 8 important steps in developing a successful program.

Major Grant Applications Due February 1

February 1 is the application deadline for organizations applying for Major Grant Support from the Oklahoma Arts Council. Organizations must be eligible in the category to apply. Support materials for all projects should be postmarked no later than the February 1 deadline.

Network Offers Resources for Teaching Artists

by Molly O'Connor

A statewide advisory committee is working to address the needs of teaching artists in Oklahoma. The committee is considering ways to expand the Oklahoma Teaching Artist Network, a network that offers ongoing professional development for teaching artists of all disciplines and experience...

Read more about the Teaching Artist Network's plans to serve teaching artists statewide