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Art & Art History

Resources for the study of art, art images, and art history.

Self Portrait (1887) by Vincent van GoghOrganizations of Artists

Artists band together into national organizations to do things together that they could not do as individuals. Many of these organizations:

  • Provide news and updates about their area of interest.
  • Operate exhibitions for members.
  • Provide professional development and educational programs.
  • Fund grants and scholarships.
  • Advocate for artists, their rights, and their economic wellbeing.

Image credit: Self Portrait (1887) by Vincent van Gogh

Below is a briefl list of artist organizations.

Organizations for Supporting the Arts

These governmental and nonprofit groups exist to support, promote, and advocate for the arts in their communities. Many of these organizations provide grants and other financial support to the creation or appreciation of art. 

National

Regional

State

Local