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The Arts Council Funds a Wake Forest Pilot Study: Prescribing Arts as a Tool in Forsyth County
The Arts Council funded an Arts on Prescription pilot study which allows physicians to prescribe dance, music, art or creative writing experiences as a social behavior that can improve their health and wellbeing. This innovative project brings together leadership from the Intergenerational Center for the Arts and Wellness at Senior Services, Inc, the Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County, Wake Forest University School of Medicine and independent teaching artists. O
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Arts Council Names Shannon B. Henry as New President and CEO
Shannon B. Henry has served as Interim President and CEO since July 2025 and will now continue in the role on a permanent basis.
Feb 43 min read


February Community Art Events 2026
Ongoing: Exhibits Beneath the Shadows Art Exhibit Associated Artists of Winston-Salem Milton Rhodes Center, AAWS Gallery Layers & Perspectives Art Exhibit Associated Artists of Winston-Salem Masonic Center Gallery Classes Musical Theatre Workshops for Grades K-5 & 6-12 UNCSA Acting Out! February 14 and 28, plus Various Dates Throughout the School Year Community Events Monthly Artist Meet-up Associated Artists of Winston-Salem 3rd Saturday of each month, 2-3:30 pm Week 1: Febr
Jan 272 min read


Artist Opportunities for February 2026
Overview: Artist Creative Practice Grants (South Arts) - up to $3,000 Deadline - April 30, 2026 The Artist Creative Practice Grant supports a variety of professional development opportunities including milestone activities in an artist's career that will likely lead to substantial career growth. Call for Artists HPAC Community Art Project: ROOTED deadline February 15, 2026 The artist selected will work with Rec Center Supervisor Tevon Womack and affiliate organizations a
Jan 223 min read
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