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The April 2025 NDCA E-news includes the latest in statewide and national arts-related news, features an Arts in Justice program happening at YCC, and much more!

A powerful arts residency program at North Dakota’s Youth Correctional Center uses poetry, storytelling, and creative expression to help justice-involved youth heal, build confidence, and envision brighter futures.

By Rhea C. Beto

April 2025, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that arts and cultural production accounts for 2.32% of the North Dakota economy ($1,765,420,000) and contributes 14,852 jobs.

The March 2025 NDCA E-news features the latest in statewide and national arts-related news, contains reflections from outgoing Fiscal Officer Robin Bosch, & much more!

After 27 years of state service, including 13 at NDCA, Robin Bosch reflects on an inspiring career, the power of the arts, and the exciting adventures awaiting her in retirement.

North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA) announces the addition of Amanda Skinner of Williston to its board of directors, representing Region 1, effective February 2025.

NDCA is pleased to announce Leah Hochhalter of Valley City High School as the 2025 State Champion and first place winner of the ND State Poetry Out Loud (POL) contest.

The February 2025 NDCA E-news features the latest in statewide and national arts-related news, including a video link to the 2025 ND Governor's Awards for the Arts ceremony.

The ND Legislative Chorus, founded in 2009, has brought legislators, staff, and family members together to honor past legislators through music, evolving over the years to adapt to changing membership while maintaining its tradition of unity and remembrance.

By Rhea Beto

A diverse collection of artworks celebrating southwestern North Dakota by Linda Donlin (right) on exhibit on the 18th, or observatory, floor of the ND State Capitol through April 2025.