North Dakota Council on the Arts strengthens the creative capacity of North Dakota for all who live and visit here:
honoring our cultural traditions, empowering excellence and innovation,
inspiring arts and culture opportunities for all.
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Upcoming Events
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2026 ND Poetry Out Loud State Competition
Monday, February 23, 2026 at 09:00 am - 02:30 pm
Categories: NDCA Events
The 2026 North Dakota State Poetry Out Loud Competition will be held on Monday, February 23rd at the ND Heritage Center and State Museum, Russell Reid Auditorium, Bismarck.
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Soft Pastels on Paper by Sherry Earl on Display at the ND State Capitol
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:30 am
Categories: Press Releases
NDCA is showcasing a collection of soft pastels on paper by North Dakota artist Sherry Earl on the 18th floor (observatory level) of the ND State Capitol. This exhibition, featuring 29 artworks, is open to the public through April 2026.
December 2025 NDCA E-news
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30 am
Categories: Monthly E-news
NDCA's December 2025 E-News celebrates the season and a landmark year for the arts in North Dakota, featuring exciting updates on our biennial Statewide Arts Convening, new funding and grant opportunities, staff news, regional artist calls, and a vibrant lineup of events happening across the state.