The Fulton County Department of Arts & Culture assists the Fulton County Board of Commissioners in the development of public policy on public support for the arts industry, makes recommendations to Fulton County Commissioners on funding the arts, and generally oversees the development and implementation of publicly assisted programs that address the diverse cultural needs for Fulton County's citizens. The department provides grants funding for artists, non-profits and arts organizations; manages Fulton County’s Public Art Program; and provides arts instruction for children, teens and adults as well as annual cultural events through our neighborhood Arts Centers. We also organize master classes, workshops, and other training for artists and arts organizations and operate several galleries and performance venues.
To apply for an open grants funding opportunity through the Contracts for Services program or to submit a proposal for an active Public Arts Commission opportunity you must register for a Submittable Account.
For questions about the Contracts for Services Program you can reach the team via e-mail at arts.cfs@fultoncountyga.gov. For questions about the Public Arts Program opportunities, you can reach the team via e-mail at pa@fultoncountyga.gov.
Eligibility Requirements for Artist Residencies:
- Open to all artists across various disciplines
- Must live or work in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area (including Fulton, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Gwinnett, Henry, and Rockdale counties)
- Artists outside the Atlanta Metropolitan Area with a strong connection to Atlanta are also encouraged to apply
Application Guidelines:
- Applications to be completed via this Submittable form.
- Responses can also be submitted in writing or as a video recording (maximum of five minutes).
- Deadline for applications: Midnight, EST February 7, 2025
Key Dates:
- January 6, 2025: Open applications for the Public Art Futures Lab AiR Program with residencies supported by ATL DTN (Atlanta Downtown) and MARTA Artbound.
- February 7, 2025: AiR Program application deadline
- Week of March 24, 2025: Announcement of 2025 residents
Residency Sessions Dates:
- ATL DTN, April 21 - July 28, 2025: Residency Session 1
- ATL DTN, June 13- September 19, 2025: Residency Session 2
- MARTA Artbound, August 15 - November 21, 2025: Residency Session 3
- ATL DTN, November 7, 2025 - February 13, 2025: Residency Session 4
Additional Information:
- Please review the FAQ and the Residency Brief before applying
- For a simple text version of the application, click here
- For inquiries regarding the Artist-in-Residency program or application process, contact pa@fultoncountyga.gov.
- Interested in a Virtual Info Session? Register to attend a Zoom call on Friday, January 17th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM to dive into the application process and submit questions. Register here.