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Millennium Park Holiday Market Vendor Application
Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE)
Chicago, IL
- Oct 23 6 days left
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Shifting Grounds: The 38th Prince George's County Juried Exhibition
M-NCPPC Arts & Cultural Heritage Division (Prince George's County Parks)
Brentwood, MD Each artist selected to participate in the exhibition will receive a $150 compensation; the Division may purchase select
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Center for Art and Advocacy Fellowship 2027
Center for Art and Advocacy
Remote/US · Remote $20,000 grant ($10,000 unrestricted and $10,000 project development), plus mentorship
- Oct 26 9 days left
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Chicago Cultural Center Dance Studio Residency (fifth cohort)
Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE)
Chicago, IL $10,000-$25,000 in funding plus approximately 80 hours of studio space (March-September 2027)
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