Maryland Arts Day – Maryland Citizens for the Arts
Registration deadline: February 6
Maryland Arts Day, organized by Maryland Citizens for the Arts, will take place on February 12, 2026, in Annapolis. As the state’s largest arts advocacy event, it brings together 500+ arts professionals from across Maryland to connect with legislators, build relationships, and advocate for strong public support for the arts.
Join us on Saturday, February 28, 3-5pm, as we celebrate this exciting new chapter with a public Open House at our new home—the Capitoline Center, formerly the Circuit Courthouse in Historic Ellicott City. Visit the newly renovated spaces designed to create, perform, and learn. The Open House will be held in conjunction with the exhibit reception for Gallery II: Connected Geometry. We look forward to seeing you when the doors open to the public at 8360 Court Avenue! More about our relocation is here.
Application deadline: February TBD (for Camp Counselors) March TBD (for Camp Volunteers)
Looking for a fun summer job or community service hours? Apply now to be a Counselor or Volunteer for our summer art camp program!
Visual and performing arts camps are offered to children grades K-7 grades in one-week sessions from June 21 – August 22. Camp counselors and volunteers serve as classroom aides and help ensure that campers have a positive and safe camp experience during week-long arts camps.
Camp Counselors:
- Must be age 18 by June 15, 2026
- Must be able to commit to at least one full camp session, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.
- Position is seasonal and is paid at the rate of $16/hr.
Camp Volunteers:
- Must be age 15 by September 1, 2026.
- Must be able to commit to at least one entire week ½ day camp session, Monday-Friday, 8:45am-12:00pm or 12:30pm-3:45pm.
- Position is seasonal and unpaid; however, community service hours may be earned.
For more information and to apply, follow the appropriate link below:
Cathrin Hoskinson is a Hudson, NY-based sculptor. Her work describes the connection between the human body and the natural world, which show similar rhythms, forms, and energies. Earth Song is installed at Howard Community College.
ARTsites 2025 will be on display through July 2026. Complete list of sculptures and site locations are here.
Extended Deadline: January 15
Launched in 2023, the Individual Artist Merit and Creativity (IAM Creativity) program celebrates and supports local artists across a wide range of disciplines. Open to artists aged 18 and older residing in Howard County, the program offers unrestricted funding to help further their creative endeavors. IAM Creativity awards $5,000 and $1,000 grants in selected disciplines each year. This year, applications for Literary Arts were accepted through December 17 2025 The application deadline for Theatre Arts has been extended through January 15,2026 .
In previous years, IAM Creativity grants were awarded in the following disciplines:
- Dance (2024-25)
- Visual Arts (2024-25)
- Film/Video and New Media (2025-26)
- Music & Music Composition (2025-26)
2027-28 will feature support for Folk & Traditional Arts.
For more information on the IAM Creativity program and to apply, visit hocoarts.org/iam-creativity.
June 22 – August 21
Time to begin planning for your child’s fun and creative summer – registration for our Summer Art Camps opens January 5th! Give your child the opportunity to explore a wide variety of fun, creative, week-long camps, with both full- and half-day options available. Open to students entering grades K–7, our camps also offer convenient morning and afternoon extended care to fit your family’s schedule.
HoCo Arts Relocates to the Capitoline Center in Historic Ellicott City
HoCo Arts has officially moved to our new home — the Capitoline Center, formerly the Circuit Courthouse in Historic Ellicott City! We can’t wait to welcome you when our doors officially open at 8360 Court Avenue.
Until then, the building remains closed to the public, and HoCo Arts staff can be reached by email or phone during regular office hours (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm).
Please monitor hocoarts.org and our social media (Instagram & Facebook) for updates! Learn more about our relocation here.
Howard County Arts Council is excited to announce a major new public art opportunity in Elkridge!
We’re issuing a national Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a signature public art sculpture at the new Elkridge Community & 50+ Center – a 67,000-square-foot hub that will include a gym and multi-purpose spaces for residents of all ages. The commission is funded at $500,000, making this one of the most significant public art projects in the region.
We’re seeking professional artists and artist teams with experience in large-scale, outdoor sculpture and durable materials. The artwork should reflect Elkridge’s character, heritage, and diversity, and become a bold, welcoming landmark rooted in community identity.
Submission deadline: January 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET
View the full RFQ and apply via Submittable: https://hocoarts.submittable.com/submit/343426/elkridge-community-and-50-center-public-art-sculpture-rfq
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The Howard County Arts Council (HoCo Arts), a multi-purpose non-profit arts agency,
seeks a self-directed, outgoing individual for entry-level position in a small, fast-paced
office environment. The Visitor and Facility Services Assistant is responsible for
administering and coordinating space rentals, hospitality and facility services. This position
reports to the Visitor and Facility Services Manager.
Primary duties include but are not limited to: administering studio artists, resident arts
organizations, and tenant relations; monitoring rentals, facility use, maintenance and
building activities; administering HoCo Arts program calendar; monitoring building
attendants and program personnel, assisting visitors and program participants; monitoring
classes, camps and galleries; and visitor and community relations.
Qualifications: high school diploma/GED plus 2-3 years of work experience in office
administration or BA in a related field and 1 year of office experience. Experience in
SalesForce and arts administration preferred. Must be able to use a PC computer and
related office equipment and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar
applications. Must have own transportation; lift up to 50 pounds; remain seated for long
periods of time; and bend, stoop, reach, and climb without difficulty. Evening/weekend
hours are required, anticipated schedule is Monday – Friday 12:30 – 8:30 pm.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position in a busy community-based non-profit arts
organization, required to work 40 hours per week. This position is eligible for health benefits
and paid vacation and sick leave. Salary range mid-high 30s; salary will be based on
relevant job experience and work history.
Priority deadline: January 4, 2026; position open until filled. Send email and cover letter,
resume and three references with subject line Visitor and Facility Services to:
employment@hocoarts.org NO CALLS EOE
We’re officially closed and in the process of moving to our new home — the Capitoline Center, formerly the Circuit Courthouse in Historic Ellicott City! We look forward to celebrating with you in January 2026 when the doors open to the public at 8360 Court Avenue.
To prepare for our move, the Howard County Center for the Arts at 8510 High Ridge Road is now closed. HoCo Arts staff will hold regular office hours through Friday, December 5 (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm).
After December 5, HoCo Arts staff will be reachable by email only. For general inquiries, please contact info@hocoarts.org.
Please monitor hocoarts.org and our social media (Instagram & Facebook) for updates!