The Durham Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and local arts agency dedicated to supporting the arts in Durham and the entire Triangle Region in North Carolina and has served the community since 1954. Each year DAC serves over 400,000 visitors and program participants, over 1,000 artists, and more than 60 arts organizations through classes, artist residencies, exhibits, festivals, grants programs, technical support, arts advocacy and information services. Durham Arts Council, Inc. is a catalyst in the cultural development of Durham - it leads, inspires, and promotes excellence in and access to the creation, experience and active support of the arts for all the people of our community. For more information call 919.560.2787 or visit our website at www.durhamarts.org.
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"Passion for arts advancement and administrative skills"
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Durham Arts Council Summer Arts Camp
In-person + Online
Scholarships available
Cultural Camps
(Rising Kindergartener - Age 13)
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Durham Arts Council hosts year-round art exhibitions in its award-winning art galleries at the DAC Building 120 Morris Street, Durham, NC 27701. D...
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GIVE THE GIFT OF CREATIVITY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
Durham Arts Council provides access to the arts by offering anexciting variety of classes in visual and performing arts for children and adults.
Whether it is your first time putting on ballet slippers or your hundredth time picking up a paint...
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GIVE THE GIFT OF CREATIVITY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
Durham Arts Council provides access to the arts by offering anexciting variety of classes in visual and performing arts for children and adults.
Whether it is your first time putting on ballet slippers or your hundredth time picking up a paint brush, we have a fun, creative experience for everyone!
A gift certificate for DAC classes makes a perfect holiday gift (or a special treat for yourself!).
In this season of giving, please also consider making a donation to the Durham Arts Council Annual Arts Fund that supports arts for everyone in our community. More Info Here!
