Celebrating the 16 artists awarded Fellowships and the 40th anniversary of the program!

Celebrate the Arkansas creatives making a difference statewide and be part of the 40th year anniversary of the Individual Artist Fellowship program! The Arkansas Arts Council will recognize 16 creatives in six different categories from across the state during a special celebration 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. These creatives earned the state's top award for individual creatives in 2025.

The event is free and will include catered food, artist showcases, live music, poetry, dance and more. Find artist showcases and exhibits! Events happen simultaneously.