Mid Atlantic Arts fosters and finances the development and showcase of a wide range of artistic expressions while linking individuals to enriching arts encounters both within our local area and across broader horizons.
Established in 1979 Mid Atlantic Arts extends its backing to artists, event organizers, and institutions via distinctive initiatives, grants, partnerships, and knowledge exchange. Our roots trace back to 1979, with Mid Atlantic Arts harmonizing its efforts with the state arts councils within the region and the National Endowment for the Arts. We combine resources from state and federal sources with contributions from private entities, including corporations, foundations, and individuals, to support a diverse spectrum of artistic forms and engage individuals in meaningful arts experiences throughout our locality and beyond.
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Image: Elliott Skinner and Dani Murcia perform a song during Samora Pinderhughes's set at the Rockit Festival in the Netherlands. Credit: Jostijn Ligtvoet Fotografie.
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Image: Elvira Clayton in her studio during her residency at The Watermill Center, Watermill, NY. She is working on a textile-based sculpture for her ongoing project, Cotton and Rice. Credit: Phil Lehans.
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Image: Dancing Wheels engagement at Dance Place in Washington, DC. Credit: David Dowling.
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Image: Calpulli Mexican Dance Company Performing on stage at the Miller Center for the Arts, Reading, PA. Credit: Jen Lindsay.
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Image: Matana Roberts Presents COIN COIN at AFA's 2024 Vision Festival, NY, NY. Credit: Eva Kapanadze.
Opportunities with upcoming important dates!
Upcoming Webinar: Stories and Strategies for International Dance Touring
Appalachia Foodways Practitioner Fellowships Accepting Applications
Upcoming Webinar: U.S. Taxes on Income Earned Abroad
Imagine a world where creativity transforms individuals & communities
Mid Atlantic Arts serves as a creative and financial partner for artists and presenters looking to share innovation throughout the region, the nation, and beyond.
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AliShah Watson has medium brown skin and long wavy hair. AliShah wears a long sleeve black turtleneck and gold and pearl earrings and is photographed in front of green foilage.
Arts Spotlight
National Leaders of Color Fellows Spotlight: AliShah Watson
AliShah Watson is an educator, cultural advocate, and a 2024-2025 National Leaders of Color Fellow. She serves as the Executive Director of Culture Restoration Project, a nonprofit offering crucial African-centered arts and culture programming for Delaware youth.
About Mid Atlantic Arts
Mid Atlantic Arts supports artists, presenters, and organizations through unique programming, grant support, partnerships, and information sharing. Created in 1979, Mid Atlantic Arts is aligned with the region’s state arts councils and the National Endowment for the Arts. We combine state and federal funding with private support from corporations, foundations, and individuals to nurture diverse artistic expression while connecting people to meaningful arts experiences within our region and beyond.
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Mid Atlantic Arts Staff. 2025. Credit: Ram Martinez.
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Image: Geoffrey Kershner.
2026 Board News
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Image: Colonial Garden Walk led by Todd McCree of Great Escape Farms. Credit: Monica Wilson/The River House.
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Artwork by Uzo Njoku.
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