The Oregon Arts Commission is a governor-appointed body of nine commissioners who allocate grants for artists based in the U.S. state of Oregon. It receives the bulk of its funding through the National Endowment for the Arts, the state, and the Oregon Cultural Trust. The commission provides funding for local artists through their fellowship programs.
History
Established in 1967, the Oregon Arts Commission was initially a stand-alone governmental entity. However, it became a division of the Oregon Economic and Community Development Department in 1993.
From 1980 to 1984, the Commission was chaired by John Frohnmayer, who later became chair of the National Endowment for the Arts and a candidate for the United States Senate.
As of January 18, 2008, the Oregon Arts Commission has added support for film, in addition to the other projects it funds.
References
- ^ About Us Section : Oregon Arts Commission
- "The Oregon Arts Commission Offering Financial Aid To Local Filmmakers And Digital Media Artists – Grant Writer". Retrieved 2017-05-06.
- Gamarekian, Barbara (1989-07-08). "Appointment To Arts Post Is Praised". The New York Times. Retrieved 2008-01-22.
- Communities - StatesmanJournal.com
External links
| List of Regional Arts Commissions in United States | |
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