Standing United: Protecting America’s Arts and Cultural Future

This post was originally published on this siteAs a leading advocate for the arts, Americans for the Arts is deeply concerned by the current Administration’s efforts to politicize and reduce essential federal support for the arts. The dismantling of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which has placed staff on administrative leave, along with READ MORE

National Museum and Library Services Board Stands United in Support of IMLS Amid Executive Order

This post was originally published on this site The National Museum and Library Services Board has issued a letter to Acting Director Sonderling, with every member signing in a show of unified support for the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The letter welcomes Sonderling to his new role while reaffirming the Board’s commitment READ MORE

Take Action to Save IMLS

This post was originally published on this site We stand at a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. The recent executive order issued by the current administration aims to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which provides critical resources to libraries and museums in all 50 states and territories. AFTA has been READ MORE

Experience the Future of Arts Leadership at AFTACON

This post was originally published on this site Contact: Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis, [email protected] Experience the Future of Arts Leadership at AFTACONNational Arts Convening to Showcase Arts as a Catalyst for Community Change Washington, D.C. (March 11, 2025) – Americans for the Arts (AFTA), the leading nonprofit for advancing the arts in America, announces READ MORE

AS AMERICANS CALL FOR INCREASED ARTS FUNDING, ADVOCATES FROM ACROSS THE NATION CONVERGE ON CAPITOL HILL

This post was originally published on this site WHAT: In partnership with Americans for the Arts and its advocacy affiliate Arts Action Fund, arts industry leaders from rural towns to major urban centers are gathering on Capitol Hill March 3-4, 2025 to bring a message directly to Congress: Federal arts funding is a critical catalyst READ MORE