DUE JULY 12, 2024 Westobou aims to inspire creativity in artistic expression and community advancement. This inspired us to create a year-long Artist in Residence program for artists and creatives in the Augusta area. The Westobou Artist in Residence program awards free...
The Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM) and SEASAM Youth has been part of the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival since 2005. SEASAM and SEASAM Youth provide a unique marketplace where adult and youth artists from federally recognized Southeastern tribes can flourish. The...
Being President of the Arts Council Board felt very much like wearing a comfortable, favorite sweater for the past 2 years. I’ve been intimately involved in most aspects of the Arts Council for nearly 25 years, so stepping up didn’t...
Our Summer interns Komal Bhullar and Jaden Durand have been very busy this summer. Taking up the mantel of updating our public art digital tours on Open Tours and Otocast, has been no easy task. They have been out to...
Did you know? Public art is all around us in Augusta, making our city a vibrant and colorful place to live and visit. Whether you're a long-time resident or a newcomer, there's always something new and exciting to discover in...
Art Advocacy and Inclusion –The 523 Gallery and Walton Options is proud to announce an upcoming art exhibition that celebrates the remarkable talents of individuals with disabilities. This event will feature the works of artist Lois Curtis. The exhibition will take...
Involved - The Word with Heather René Dunaway Written by: Heather Dunaway July 2024 Volunteers at the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival 2022 I get weekly calls asking "how can I get involved" in Arts Council events like Arts in the Heart or...
The 2024 Annual Augusta Arts Awards Thank you to all who came out to support our 40+ awardees at this year's Augusta Arts Awards and Annual Meeting. A special thank you to our staff, volunteers, featured artists, performers, bartenders, caterers, sponsors...
Hi. My name is Allison Johnson and I’m the Camp Director for Camp Wonderland. Camp Wonderland is all about providing a safe, nurturing environment for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder to explore the wonderful world of performing arts. We believe...
Voices of Augusta II is a group exhibition of works by local artists curated by artist Francie Klopotic. This showcase is a continuation of Klopotic's Voices of Augusta solo exhibition in 2023. In line with the theme, these new images...
