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News from M-AAA
Below you’ll find some of the latest news about our programs, opportunities, and grants available to artists and arts organizations. Downloads of M-AAA’s logo are also available.
If you have specific questions or need additional images, our marketing and communications staff are happy to help. Email us at communications@maaa.org or call us at (816) 421-1388.
About Mid-America Arts Alliance
Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) strengthens and supports artists, cultural organizations, and communities throughout Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, and beyond. To learn more about M-AAA grants, programs, exhibitions, and fellowships, visit www.maaa.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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Bridging Military and Civilian Life Through the Arts: Lessons from the 2025 Creative Forces Convening
Find Out MoreIn February, Creative Forces Community Engagement grant recipients and leaders gathered at the National Endowment for the Arts in Washington, DC, bringing energy, passion, and shared purpose. It was the third annual convening—a powerful meeting of minds and hearts. Over…
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Upcoming Free Workshops to Build Your Art Career
Find Out MoreArtist INC Express announces upcoming free professional development workshops in Kansas, Missouri, and Arkansas. Key benefits Open to artists and creatives of all disciplines Short time commitment Essential business skills for artists Led by a team of experienced, working artists,…
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Introducing Future Pathways: A New Virtual Workshop Series for Arts Leaders
Find Out MoreThe arts and culture sector thrives on creativity, vision, and passion. However, the demands of leadership, sustainability, and navigating an ever-evolving landscape can be overwhelming. That’s why Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) is launching a new, three-part virtual workshop series designed…
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ExhibitsUSA Explores the Legacy of Kente Cloth in New Exhibition
Find Out MoreMore art for all people—that’s the vision that drives ExhibitsUSA and its touring exhibitions program. At Mid-America Arts Alliance, our ExhibitsUSA program is dedicated to bringing diverse cultural experiences to communities across the United States, rural and urban. Since 1988,…
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Artist Leadership Fellows Present WorkShare Showcase on March 24
Find Out MoreJoin us for WorkShare, a virtual showcase featuring the sixth cohort of Artist Leadership Fellows as they conclude their eight-week program. These talented artists will present brief five-minute presentations highlighting their creative practices. WorkShare Event Details: Date: Monday, March 24,…
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Q&A with EunKyung (E.K.) Jeong: Oklahoma Artist, Educator, Leader
Find Out MoreWhat does it mean to be an artist, an educator, and a community leader—all at once? For EunKyung (E.K.) Jeong, it means using creativity not just as a form of personal expression, but as a powerful tool for social change,…
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About Us
Mid-America Arts Alliance is a nonprofit, Regional Arts Organization that serves Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas. We focus on strengthening communities and improving lives through extraordinary cultural experiences. M-AAA exists to activate, empower, and amplify community through the… -
Our Region
Six states make up the Mid-America Arts Alliance region, and we’re proud to represent and support them: Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas. The collaborations and partnerships M-AAA has cultivated with these states and their State Arts Agencies help… -
Board and Staff
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Get Involved
Partner with us in our vision to provide more art for more people. There are many ways to get involved with M-AAA, and support artists and arts organizations in your community. From serving as a grant reviewer to participating in…