PARENT AGENCY

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Maryland State Arts Council
The Maryland State Arts Council is an agency of the State of Maryland under the authority of the Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED), Division of Tourism, Film and the Arts. Since it was established in 1967, the purpose of the Council has been "to create a nurturing climate for the arts in the State" as stated in its founding legislation.

Along with Maryland Traditions, Maryland State Arts Council programs include:

Arts in Communities Grants
Arts in Education Programs
ARTvantage Grants
Community Arts Development Grants
Cultural Diversity Programs
Grants for Organizations
Individual Artist Awards
Organizational Development Assistance
Technical Assistance Grants
Technology Enhancement Grants
Visual Arts Resource Center

www.msac.org
175 W. Ostend Street

Suite E
Baltimore, MD 21230
410-767-6555

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