Rural Arts & Humanities Virtual Gathering
When
Jun 16, 2026
3:30pm–5:00pm
Where
Virtual
Cost
Free.
Register for the Zoom link.
RSVP by noon on Monday, June 15.
The Illinois Arts Council, Arts Alliance Illinois, and Illinois Humanities invite you to a virtual gathering intended for rural and small-town arts and humanities organizations and practitioners on Tuesday, June 16, from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
This kickoff gathering aims to support arts and humanities organizations and individuals in articulating and documenting the value of the work that you all do.
Think of it as an online happy hour for the state, and an opportunity to learn and connect with other folks and share resources. We'll also explore ways to continue building a strong online network for effective rural engagement in the arts and humanities.
RSVP by noon on Monday, June 15.
We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, please contact us at statewide@ilhumanities.org or (312) 374-1553.
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Arts Alliance Illinois
Arts Alliance Illinois builds the creative sector’s power through advocacy and connection to resources to improve the quality of life in communities statewide.
It envisions a just and thriving creative sector supported through public and private investments and engaged residents where artists, cultural organizations, and creative industries are celebrated as integral to the economic, civic, and social vitality of Illinois.
Illinois Arts Council
The Illinois Arts Council's mission is to build a strong, creative, and connected Illinois through the arts.
The Illinois Arts Council serves the people of Illinois through a variety of grants and services, primarily geared to:
- Support Illinois' Arts Sector: Operating and technical support provided to organizations and programs statewide helps keep Illinois’ arts sector vital, vibrant, and accessible to all.
- Advance Arts Education: The arts can be a part of the education of every single child in this state through the programs, services, partnerships, and collaborations of the Illinois Arts Council.
- Foster Creativity and Working Artists: Resources, opportunities, and direct support for the work of individual artists -- the foundation of Illinois' creative environment.
Foreground Rural Initiative
The Foreground Rural Initiative amplifies the voices of rural communities and small towns. Together with local partners, we offer grants and capacity-building, and we co-create public programs and events.
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