National Black Arts Festival
A tax-exempt Atlanta-area arts nonprofit that runs programs including the Artist Project Fund.
About
The National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to exposing, educating, and engaging audiences through the presentation and support of art and artists of African descent across the disciplines of music, dance, film, theatre, visual and literary arts. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, NBAF stands as the oldest multidisciplinary arts institution in the United States with an exclusive focus on the cultural and creative contributions of the African Diaspora. In 2008, the United States Congress formally recognized NBAF for its vital role in shaping the cultural fabric of Atlanta and the nation. Through its annual public programs, world-class performances, commissions, and arts education initiatives, NBAF creates enriching, transformative experiences that celebrate Black artistic excellence across genres and generations.
Programs
Move/DanceNBAF’s school-based programs present the rich history of the arts and provide artistic and professional development for public school students, improving their academic success and opening pathways…
NextGenArtistNBAF’s school-based programs present the rich history of the arts and provide artistic and professional development for public school students, improving their academic success and opening pathways…
FashionForwardNBAF’s school-based programs present the rich history of the arts and provide artistic and professional development for public school students, improving their academic success and opening pathways…
NBAF Artist Project FundThe NBAF Artist Project Fund (APF) is a $2000 award and artistic development program for Metro Atlanta artists seeking funds to complete an ongoing project.
Thriving Together AtlantaThriving Together Atlanta is a public art project dedicated to addressing inequality in healthcare through free events and activities.
Black History Month ProgramAn annual, multi-sensory & multi-disciplinary event that promotes important Black artists, art movements and art genres, the NBAF Black History Month series focuses on bringing Black art history to…
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