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Arts Commission

Raleigh Arts

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919-996-3610

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Pullen Arts Center
105 Pullen Road
Raleigh, NC 27607

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  1. Arts and Cultural Events

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The City of Raleigh Arts Commission (CORAC), established in 1977, proudly holds the distinction of being the first municipal arts commission created in North Carolina. Serving as the official advisory body and advocate for the arts to the City Council, the Arts Commission is dedicated to the ongoing goal of connecting people to the arts and building a vital and ever-expanding creative community for Capital City residents and visitors.

How to Apply

Please complete the online interest form to be considered for service on the Arts Commission.

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Meeting and Events | Dates, Times, Location

 

  • May
    7

    Harmonic Chaos | Block Gallery Exhibition

    8:30 a.m. • Wednesday
    Block Gallery
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-07 08:30:00 2025-07-05 17:15:00 Harmonic Chaos | Block Gallery Exhibition Harmonic Chaos is a two-person show featuring the colorful works of artists Martha Thorn and Tonya Solley Thornton. Each artist approaches their work with different intention, but both have mastered their mediums. While Thorn’s painted layered method is a controlled chaos, it is in Thornton's chaotic approach to making where the similarities in their practices intersect. Learn more about the exhibition The exhibition will be displayed from May 7, 2025 until July 5, 2025. Time: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday and for City Holidays. Parking: Visitors can park in the Municipal Complex Parking Deck at 201 W Morgan St. Raleigh, NC 27601 Where: Block Gallery, 222 W. Hargett St. (inside Raleigh Municipal Building) Before visiting, please review the Raleigh Municipal Building rules Cost: Free and open to the public Block Gallery 222 W. Hargett St. Raleigh, NC 27601   The Block Gallery is located inside the Raleigh Municipal Building. Before visiting, please review the Raleigh Municipal Building rules. Parking: Visitors can park in the Municipal Complex Parking Deck at 201 W Morgan St. Raleigh, NC 27601 City of Raleigh Stacy Bloom RexrodeCurator of Exhibitions and Collections, Raleigh Artsstacy.bloom-rexrode@raleighnc.gov919-996-4687 America/New_York public
  • May
    8

    Harmonic Chaos | Block Gallery Artist Reception

    5:30 p.m. • Thursday
    Block Gallery
    Add to Calendar 2025-05-08 17:30:00 2025-05-08 19:30:00 Harmonic Chaos | Block Gallery Artist Reception Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. At first glance, the exhibition Harmonic Chaos is a multicolored and playful body of works with its bright hues and whimsical collages. But don't dismiss these two artists' sophisticated use of the mediums and technical accomplishments simply because of their dazzling use of color, texture, and shape. Both Thorn and Thornton demonstrate the highest artistic merit in the way they work with their chosen materials. They embody the commitment to their craft and push the boundaries of traditional working methods. Learn more about the exhibition Block Gallery 222 W. Hargett St. Raleigh, NC 27601   The Block Gallery is located inside the Raleigh Municipal Building. Before visiting, please review the Raleigh Municipal Building rules. Parking: Visitors can park in the Municipal Complex Parking Deck at 201 W Morgan St. Raleigh, NC 27601 City of Raleigh Stacy Bloom RexrodeCurator of Exhibitions and Collections, Raleigh Artsstacy.bloom-rexrode@raleighnc.gov919-996-4687 America/New_York public