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Fairfax County Poet Laureate Danielle Badra Unveils 2024 Poetry in the Parks
Now in its second year, the community engagement program will launch April 27, 2024.
Meet Stuart B. Holt, ArtsFairfax President & CEO
Formerly of Metropolitan Opera Guild, Mr. Holt brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to the value of the arts as a catalyst for strengthening communities.
Honoring the Legacy of Women in Fairfax County’s Arts History
Fairfax County, located in Virginia, has a rich history when it comes to arts and culture. Throughout the years, numerous...
Celebrate Black History Month with These Amazing Local Events!
The 2024 theme of Black History Month is "African Americans and the Arts".
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Local Artsy Date Nights
Plan a unique Valentine's Day with artsy date nights in Northern Virginia!
Exploring Local MLK Day Festivities and Black History Activities
Martin Luther King Jr. is a name that holds great significance in American history.
Fairfax County Nonprofit Arts and Culture Sector Generates $260.3M in Economic Activity
Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 study highlights vital role of arts and culture in building more livable communities.
NVLAA 2024 Workshops
Northern Virginia Local Arts Agencies announce seven free workshops for artists and arts organizations on topics such as gallery and agent representation, cultural intelligence, arts marketing insights, creating content in a digital world, and more.
2023 ArtsFairfax Awards Raise Over $175K
More than 350 guests gathered for the annual luncheon, and Linda Sullivan announced her retirement as President & CEO.
Enhancing the Healing Environment for Patients Through Art
The integration of art into healthcare facilities is becoming increasingly popular, with more and more hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare environments incorporating various forms of art.
ArtsFairfax Announces Awards Artist, Emcee & Performances
The ArtsFairfax Awards announces Peggy Fox as the luncheon emcee and Jean Sausele-Knodt as the 2023 Awards Artist and will include performances by artists from Workhouse Arts Center and Inova Artists in Residence.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is finally here! We have rounded up some local artists and organizations for you to explore and learn more.
Fall for Local Arts Around Fairfax
Visit these fall festivals in Northern Virginia and discover local artists and artisans.
ArtsFairfax Announces Artist Team Selected for a Fairfax County COVID-19 Memorial
The Fairfax County Arts Committee has selected Miriam Gusevich and Salvatore Pirrone to design a permanent memorial to the County’s victims of COVID-19.
ArtsFairfax Awards Over $590,000 to Fairfax Arts & Culture Organizations
FY24 Operating Support Grants awards 50 nonprofits in Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, and the City of Falls Church.
ArtsFairfax Unveils Public Art Locator
Discover the new web application to identify, map, and crowd source public art in Fairfax County.
One Month Left to Apply for ArtsFairfax Ticket Subsidy Grant
Apply for a grant to support free and reduced-price ticket programs and benefit from free Fairfax Connector bus transportation services for subsidized ticketholders.
McLean Project for the Arts is Full STEAM Ahead with Spring Solos
For the next ArtsFairfax Project Support Grant spotlight, we chat with McLean Project for the Arts about their latest ArtReach program, inspired by the science, engineering, and math on display in the MPA Spring Solo Exhibitions.
Celebrate AAPI Month with These Amazing Local Artists
May has arrived, which means Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is in full action. We have rounded up some local AAPI artists and organizations for you to explore and learn more!
ArtsFairfax Announces the 2023 ArtsFairfax Awards Honorees
The fundraising event will honor Workhouse Arts Center with the Jinx Hazel Award, Lola Reinsch with the Philanthropy Award, Inova Schar Cancer Institute with the Impact Award, and The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University with the Education Award.
Experience Vibrant Arts and Culture Festivals in Fairfax!
Celebrate the region's rich heritage by attending the lively festivals that take place in Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, and the City of Falls Church.
American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra Prelude Strings
Dr. Graham Elliott shares about ArtsFairfax Project Support Grant recipient Prelude Strings, AYPO's opportunity for younger string players to gain expert guidance in ensemble playing.
Local Museums In Fairfax County
Are you looking for a fun way to explore and learn about something new for the whole family? From history...
ArtsFairfax Grants Recognize Local Efforts in Arts Accessibility and Pandemic Resilience
A total of $250,000 was allocated by the County for grants distribution to the arts sector in response to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which ArtsFairfax awards as Pandemic Recovery Grants, Arts Access Project Support Grants and Ticket Subsidy Grants.
Try a Creative Arts Camp this Summer
Find a local camp that specializes in the arts! From fine arts to performing arts, there’s creative options for all ages.
BalletNova Celebrates Women’s History: Harriet Strong, Movement, and the Power of Innovation
Just in time for Women’s History Month, BalletNova talks about their choreographic workshop in public schools, “Celebrating Women’s History: Harriet Strong, Movement and the Power of Innovation.”
Fairfax Poet Laureate Danielle Badra’s “Poetry in the Parks”
In close partnership with ArtsFairfax and Fairfax County Park Authority, the Fairfax Poet Laureate launches free public readings and workshops in County Parks this Spring.
I Am Here, Gin Dance Company’s ArtsFairfax Project Support Grant Recipient
ArtsFairfax chats with Shu-Chen Cuff of Gin Dance Company to learn more about "I Am Here," a dance production inspired by her experience of immigrating to the United States from Taiwan.
Celebrate Black History Month with These Amazing American Local Artists
In February we celebrate and commemorate the history of African Americans in the United States...
Artes Para Todos, Creative Cauldron’s ArtsFairfax Project Support Grant Recipient
Get to know Artes Para Todos Creative Cauldron’s ArtsFairfax Project Support Grant Recipient ArtsFairfax connects you to all things...
ArtsFairfax Expands 2022-2023 Artist Residency Program
ArtsFairfax Expands 2022-2023 Artist Residency Program Nonprofit Brings Free Arts Learning Experiences to Five Locations throughout Fairfax County ...
Meet Danielle Badra, Fairfax Poet Laureate 2022-2024
ArtsFairfax Announces 2022-24 Fairfax Poet Laureate Danielle Badra Fairfax, VA (November 7, 2022) – ArtsFairfax invites the community to...
ArtsFairfax Awards Raise Record $186K
ArtsFairfax Awards Honors Capital One Hall, Gary and Tina Mather, Mark Brutsché, and Fall for the Book Annual Event...
ArtsFairfax Pandemic Recovery Grant Prioritizes Multicultural Arts Groups
ArtsFairfax Announces Pandemic Recovery Grant Funding Opportunity Prioritizes Multicultural Arts Groups Fairfax, VA (October 12, 2022) – ArtsFairfax, the...
ArtsFairfax Awards Over $400,000 to Fairfax Arts & Culture Organizations
ArtsFairfax Awards Over $400,000 to Fairfax Arts & Culture Organizations Fairfax, VA (September 6, 2022) – ArtsFairfax, the...
The Importance of the Arts in a Child’s Development
The importance of the arts can not be denied. They help children develop communication and language skills, increase creativity, and...
Northern Virginia Local Arts Agencies Announce New Collaborative
Northern Virginia Local Arts Agencies Announce New Collaborative Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax Work Together to Offer Northern Virginia Professional Development...
ArtsFairfax Announces Call for Artists to Exhibit at Tysons Corner Center
ArtsFairfax Announces Call for Artists to Exhibit at Tysons Corner Center Partnership with Macerich Seeks Local Artists for Temporary...
ArtsFairfax Announces New Board Leadership & New Members
ArtsFairfax Announces New Board Leadership & New Members Fairfax, VA (July 19, 2022) – ArtsFairfax, the nonprofit designated as...
ArtsFairfax Receives $55,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
ArtsFairfax Receives $55,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts Fairfax County, Virginia (May 19, 2022) – ArtsFairfax...
ArtsFairfax Announces the 2022 Arts Awards Honorees
ArtsFairfax Announces the 2022 Arts Awards Honorees ArtsFairfax to Recognize Capital One Hall, Gary and Tina Mather, Mark Brutsché, and...
ArtsFairfax Leadership on the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan update
Dear Friends, We are delighted to share the ArtsFairfax 2022-2026 Strategic Plan with you! Thank you for your time, insight,...
The Hazel Family Legacy
The Hazel family has been instrumental in growing and strengthening Fairfax County into one of the country’s most successful suburban...
Summer Camps
Fairfax’s summer arts camps offer students ages 5-18 years creative arts experiences and opportunities for unique experiences–with so many choices,...
Explore Poetry This April
April is National Poetry Month, and Fairfax County is celebrating in some style. ArtsFairfax has joined forces with Fairfax Poet...
ArtsFairfax Announces Lineup for Poetry Lives Here
ArtsFairfax Announces Lineup for Poetry Lives Here Fairfax Poet Laureate Project Celebrates National Poetry Month this April Fairfax County,...
Celebrating Women in The Arts
Although some of the most famous artists in the world are men like Picasso, Van Gogh, and Michelangelo, women have...
How Fairfax is Celebrating Black History Month Through Art
Fairfax County Libraries welcome adults, teens, and grade school students to join together and celebrate Black History Month in February...
Share Your Love For The Arts This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and affection. What better way to show your loved ones how much...
What Habits To Start In The New Year
The New Year is the perfect time to start over again. Now is the time to think about the kind...
ArtsFairfax Welcomes New Board Directors and Staff
ArtsFairfax Welcomes New Board Directors and Staff Fairfax County, VA – ArtsFairfax, Fairfax County’s designated arts agency, announces the addition of...
ArtsFairfax awards $100,486 in funding to 12 art organizations through the Arts Ignite Recovery grant
ArtsFairfax awards $100,486 in funding to 12 art organizations through the Arts Ignite Recovery grant Fairfax County, VA – ArtsFairfax announces...
ArtsFairfax invites Emergency Responders and Event Organizers to a one-day workshop
ArtsFairfax invites Emergency Responders and Event Organizers to a one-day workshop Creative Resilience: The Art of Mass Gatherings in Northern...
ArtsFairfax Awards $441,900 in Operating Support Grants to 40 Arts Organizations
Fairfax County, VA – ArtsFairfax announces $441,900 in Operating Support Grant funding to 40 arts organizations in Fairfax County and the...
Art Challenges People’s Thoughts on Race
The death of George Floyd launched a movement to stand up, speak up, and take action against racism in our...
ArtsFairfax Celebrates Five Honorees at the 2021 Arts Awards
National Museum of the United States Army, 1st Stage Theatre, Reston Town Center Association, Traveling Players Ensemble, and Kelli Schollard-Sincock...
A Guide to Local Museums
Museums are an essential part of our collective culture and one of the best ways for us to experience local...
Put Creatives Workers to Work
The creativity of the creative workforce fuels our local and national economies. At the height of the pandemic, it was...
American Rescue Plan Grants Announced
The arts and culture in our communities are a vital part of our economic recovery. This past year, the arts...
Capital One Hall to Host 10th Anniversary ArtsFairfax Arts Awards
Fairfax County, VA – ArtsFairfax announces that the 10th anniversary Arts Awards will be held in Fairfax County’s newest venue, The...
Diversity and Equity in the Arts
ArtsFairfax WORK-SMART Series ArtsFairfax workshops and webinars are learning opportunities for artists, arts administrators, and arts organizations to gain new...
ArtsFairfax Celebrates National Poetry Month With 30 Guest Poetry Readers
Fairfax County, VA – ArtsFairfax and inaugural Fairfax Poet Laureate Nicole Tong invite you to celebrate the 25th anniversary of National Poetry Month. Fairfax County Board of...
ArtsFairfax Thanks the Arts for Their Support During the COVID Crisis
A Strong Arts Community Helps Fairfax Survive and Thrive It’s been over a year since the world, as we knew...
Relief and Recovery for the Arts
Relief and Recovery for the Arts President Biden’s signing of the American Rescue Plan is a major step toward recovery...
The Arts in Our Community
Spring is around the corner, and we are anxiously taking steps to reopen our economy. As we look toward a...
Next Steps for NextStop Theatre Company
By Amy Ginsburg, From a Capacity Partners Case Study As Covid-19 crashed into our area a year ago, the arts...
The Art of Inspiration: 2021 Edition
The Art of Inspiration: 2021 Edition If 2020 has left you feeling gloomy and uninspired, you’re not alone. Between social...
January – The arts are in Fairfax
Dana C. Stewart / Special to the Fairfax County TimesJan 15, 2021 The year 2020 is over, and we can...
December – The arts are in Fairfax
Dana C. Stewart Special to the Fairfax County TimesDec 11, 2020 December is traditionally a time for us to reflect...
ArtsFairfax Awards $567,138 in Emergency Relief and Recovery Grants and Operating Support Grants to the Arts
Fairfax County, VA– ArtsFairfax announces $567,138 in grants to 59 art organizations and 29 individual artists through the newly created Emergency...
The arts in Fairfax
November presents the opportunity, as a country and as individuals, to reflect on our country’s direction and then exert our...
COVID-19 and the Arts: Response and Resources
The arts and culture industry is a rapidly growing industry in the US. According to the reports from the US...
October – The Arts are in Fairfax
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/articles/the-arts-are-in-fairfax/article_f9af88fe-0988-11eb-82e7-dbe5d31bb65b.html The arts are in Fairfax By Dana Stewart / Special to the Fairfax County Times Oct 9, 2020 Fall...
ArtsFairfax Announce Two New Board of Directors
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ArtsFairfax Announces Creative Entrepreneur Series
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Speaker Filler-Corn Receives Public Leadership in the Arts Award for State Leadership
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ARTSFAIRFAX Receives $10,000 to Launch Matching Fund
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ArtsFairfax Artist Grants Honor Innovative Artists Sarah Hardesty and Diana Zinna
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ARTSFAIRFAX Launches Relief Fund for Arts Organizations and Artists
COVID-19 is having disastrous financial consequences on the arts sector, an essential part of Fairfax’s local economy. The lasting impact...
ARTSFAIRFAX Announces $100,000 Emergency Relief and Recovery Grant Program
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Fairfax County Launches 2 Relief Funds for Nonprofits & Small Businesses
Fairfax County Launches 2 Relief Funds for Nonprofits & Small Businesses Nonprofits and small businesses are facing an uncertain economic...
The County’s Art Buzz – May
The Arts are in Fairfax By Dana Stewart / Special to the Fairfax County Times May 15, 2020 Fairfax Poet...
ARTSFAIRFAX Announces the First Fairfax Poet Laureate
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ARTSFAIRFAX Announces COVID-19 Resources for the Arts
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