The
Teaching Artist Hub
Teach. Learn. Heal. Connect.
A Hub for Teaching Artists & Aspiring Teaching Artists
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The Teaching Artist Hub is an initiative of the partnership between The Connecticut Office Of The Arts and Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater. This space is created for artists by artists to have a platform of creative, diverse, community-building resources that uplifts the work they do in the community. We aim to support teaching artists to grow through workshops, panel discussions, mentorship, networking and affinity groups. This space is for those who already consider themselves as Teaching Artists and those that aspire to become professional Teaching Artists! All are welcome!
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Teaching Artist Summer Retreat
Join us for a one-day retreat created especially for Teaching Artists to pause, take time out, and reconnect with their creativity. As artists who continuously give to others, this day is an opportunity to give back to yourself—through rest, reflection, and meaningful creative experiences. Surrounded by nature, you’ll have space to release, restore, and return to your work feeling renewed, inspired, and supported within a community that understands your journey as artists.
Your retreat includes:
Creative experiences. Sound Healing. Drumming. Lunch & Dinner
FREE to attend
Spots are limited! Please Register as soon as possible.
Friday June 26th
11am-8pm
Sticks and Stones Farm
201 Huntington Road
Newtown CT, 06470
TA Meet & Greet @ Oddfellows Playhouse Theater
Middletown, CT
What's happening in Connecticut & Beyond??
CT Office of the Arts
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CT Office of the Arts works with regional partners to support Assets for Artists professional development workshops that are available for free to artists of all disciplines in Connecticut. There are several workshops in August and in the fall that are available by clicking the button below!
CT Office of the Arts is working on their upcoming grant cycle. At this time they are expecting to fund the following grants:
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Supporting Arts
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Every Child Art Experience
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CT Arts Endowment Fund
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Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship
More information can be found via the link below, and they will be posting their FY 2026 grant cycle information there
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COA FY 2026 Grant Cycle Information
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CT Office of the Arts works with regional partners to support Assets for Artists professional development workshops that are available for free to artists of all disciplines in Connecticut. There are several workshops in August and in the fall that are available by clicking the button below!
CT Office of the Arts is working on their upcoming grant cycle. At this time they are expecting to fund the following grants:
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Supporting Arts
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Every Child Art Experience
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CT Arts Endowment Fund
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Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship
More information can be found via the link below, and they will be posting their FY 2026 grant cycle information there
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Elizabeth L Mahaffey Fellowship Grant
This fellowship helps people pursue professional development opportunities that will advance their careers in arts administration.
Applicants may request up to $2,500.
*Note: There is no predetermined number of fellowships to be awarded, but COA usually awards 2-3 fellowships per year.
Deadline Extended: Monday, March 16th
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The Connecticut Arts Foundation
The Connecticut Arts Foundation is now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 Grant. This season, we are planning to award one grant of $75,000.00 to an artist who works primarily as a painter.
Please read the Rules & Qualifications document which explain the grant in detail, and also review the FAQs for application information. Then click the link APPLY HERE below to start your application.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
