The Force Behind Newark's Creative Rise
Newark Arts Council fuels the artists, programs, and cultural moments transforming this city into a creative capital. From artists grants and affordable studio space to the annual Newark Arts Festival, we're building the infrastructure where 2,500+ artists thrive—and Newark's creative economy grows.
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Impact at a glance
0K+0K+ Festival attendees each year0+0+ Artist-led community focused projects funded$0M+$0M+ Granted directly to artists and community projects since 20010K+0K+ Students reached through arts education programs
Featured
Program Spotlight
Year-round initiatives that put artists at the center—connecting creators to space, funding, and audiences while bringing world-class cultural programming to Newark.
ArtSpace
Newark's creative living room. ArtSpace brings exhibitions, workshops, and artist-led programming to 355 Broad Street—a gallery where the community creates, gathers, and experiences art up close.
ArtSource
Our creative consultancy connecting developers and corporations with Newark artists—managing murals, installations, and public a projects from concept to completion.
Public Art Map
Newark Arts presents this interactive Public Art Map in celebration of our 40th anniversary, featuring over 100 murals and installations throughout the City of Newark.
Featured Press
News and Press
Bisa Butler and Grammy-winner Durand Bernarr to Headline 2026 Newark Arts Festival
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Newark Arts Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Five-Day Activations Across the City
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