In February we celebrate and commemorate the history of African Americans in the United States...
Celebrate Black History Month with These Amazing American Local Artists
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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 arts in Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, and the City of Falls Church. We believe that arts and culture in our communities are transformative and empowering. In the months ahead, discover the good work...
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 improve self-esteem. The arts also expose children to exciting topics like history, geography, math, science, and technology that they might not come into contact with otherwise.
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, and thoughtfulness. When we began this process over two years ago, the ArtsFairfax Strategic Plan Committee, comprised of the Board, staff, and community leaders, embarked on a path of deep learning to evaluate what worked,...
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 communities. John Tilghman “Til” Hazel, Jr. passed away on March 15, 2022. Til was well known for his development of major retail, commercial, and residential areas in Tysons and throughout Fairfax County. Til was...
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, deciding which camp to try may be the toughest decision your young camper has to make! Arts-based camps are an essential piece of the puzzle when it comes to shaping young minds. Whether your...
Explore Poetry This April
April is National Poetry Month, and Fairfax County is celebrating in some style. ArtsFairfax has joined forces with Fairfax Poet Laureate Nicole Tong and her project Poetry Lives Here to put on a month-long homage to contemporary poetry.
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 also played a vital part in the arts. ArtsFairfax ArtsFairfax supports artists within the local community. In addition to providing a directory of individuals and organizations that contribute to the local arts scene, they partner...
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 2022. All month there is something to do in the arts including, activities, watching documentaries & movies, and storytelling of the accomplishments of African Americans. Families can join together and learn more about the Black...