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Check out NDCA's Prairie Arts April 2023 newsletter for the latest in statewide and national arts-related news, including upcoming GRANT DEADLINES, new OPPORTUNITIES, and a feature story describing the World Fest program in Minot and its positive impact on the community.

In 2020, the community of Minot, coordinated by Minot Area Council of the Arts (MACA), was chosen to be the North Dakota World Fest host from 2022 through 2025. MACA Operations and Special Projects Coordinator Chandell Lattin outlines the program and describes the positive impact on the community.

By Rhea C. Beto

NDCA announces Dr. Denise Lajimodiere as North Dakota's next Poet Laureate 

Check out NDCA's Prairie Arts March 2023 newsletter for the latest in statewide and national arts-related news, including upcoming EVENTS and great OPPORTUNITIES, along with a feature story about our own Arts in Education Director Rebecca Engelman.

After 13 years of service for the state of North Dakota and over 36 years working with arts in education, NDCA Art in Education Director Rebecca Engelman has decided to retire. In her official notice she wrote, “I have enjoyed my time with ND Council on the Arts and am grateful for all the professional opportunities and support provided to me during these past years." 

By Rhea C. Beto

NDCA is pleased to announce Gabrielle Johnson of Minot High School, as the 2023 State Champion and first place winner of the North Dakota State Poetry Out Loud (POL) contest. For more details, read the full ND POL 2023 Championship Press Release.

North Dakota Council on the Arts announces request for proposals for placemaking in Region 4.

Check out NDCA's Prairie Arts February 2023 newsletter for the latest in statewide and national arts-related news, including upcoming EVENTS and great OPPORTUNITIES, along with a link to a video explaining the Big House public art project.

NDCA announces board appointment of Christi Stonecipher to Region 7 

NDCA is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 ND Governor’s Awards for the Arts with an awards ceremony set for Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023 at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.