Nov 6A little everyday magic is waiting at Fate & Folklore ✨ This downtown Durham shop brings together handmade finds and gifts with a touch of the unexpected.Stop by during the Durham Art Walk Holiday Market to browse their selection, find something one-of-a-kind, and take home a little magic of your own. Here's a little extra incentive: Spend $50 and receive a free gift! 📍 123 Market Street, Unit B Durham Art Walk Holiday Market November 21 & 22 Saturday 10am-5pm | Sunday 1pm-5pm Plan your Art Walk at the link in our bio.Get involved
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Nov 6A little everyday magic is waiting at Fate & Folklore ✨ This downtown Durham shop brings together handmade finds and gifts with a touch of the unexpected.Stop by during the Durham Art Walk Holiday Market to browse their selection, find something one-of-a-kind, and take home a little magic of your own. Here's a little extra incentive: Spend $50 and receive a free gift! 📍 123 Market Street, Unit B Durham Art Walk Holiday Market November 21 & 22 Saturday 10am-5pm | Sunday 1pm-5pm Plan your Art Walk at the link in our bio.
Centerfest is THIS Saturday and Sunday!!♥ 931 · Sep 14
Aaand here's the line-up you all have been waiting for!!♥ 502 · Sep 2
Now Hiring at the Durham Arts Council!♥ 457 · Oct 6
Yeah…120 artists is a LOT!♥ 412 · Aug 18
For 51 years, Durham Arts Council has proudly produced CenterFest…♥ 308 · Nov 2
We are so pleased to announce the merit award winners for Centerfest 2026!♥ 298 · Sep 20
Centerfest is THIS Saturday and Sunday!!
♥ 931 · Sep 14
Aaand here's the line-up you all have been waiting for!!
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Now Hiring at the Durham Arts Council!
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Yeah…120 artists is a LOT!
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For 51 years, Durham Arts Council has proudly produced CenterFest…
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We are so pleased to announce the merit award winners for Centerfest 2026!
♥ 298 · Sep 20
ClassesWe offer classes, workshops, and camps throughout the whole year in just about every arts category you can imagine: ceramics, painting/drawing, printmaking, mixed media, bookbinding, photography, graphic design, literary arts, theatre, dance, music, and more!
Summer Cultural Camps(Ages 5-12), Take a journey across the globe during Cultural Camps! Each two-week session is a fun and in-depth exploration of the arts and culture of a country/region.
Summer Mini CampsCampers will participate in both visual and performing arts activities.
Cirque de DanseIn partnership with Triangle Youth Ballet, this summer dance intensive is for beginner and intermediate level dancers.
School Break CampsAccommodating year-round and traditional school breaks and teacher workdays on Durham Public Schools calendars, campers participate in both visual and performing arts inspired by an awesome camp theme.
- Afternoon Adventures
Afternoon Adventures includes even MORE artistic fun, including visits by professional artists and themed days such as Mindfulness Monday, Talented Tuesday, and more.
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For 51 years, Durham Arts Council has proudly produced CenterFest, celebrating the arts…
- CenterFest
For 51 years, Durham Arts Council has proudly produced CenterFest, celebrating the arts…
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GalleryYour next favorite local find might be waiting at Cecy's Gallery & Studios 👀 Visit…
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The last pumpkin 🥹🎃 Got the creative bug 😷?
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Centerfest Day 1 ✅ Up next, Day 2!
Sep 19205 likes
Do you think Al charged the company card for his scooter ride?
Sep 1845 likes
Centerfest is THIS Saturday and Sunday!!
Sep 14931 likes
Love history and art??
Sep 8187 likes
What are YOU excited about for CenterFest this year?!
Sep 4116 likes
Take a moment, you earned it 🍃 We often find ourselves exploring the art in our…
Aug 2757 likes
The Net Friends Theatre is LIVE!
Aug 2645 likes
NEW SHIRT ALERT‼️ Our CenterFest T-Shirt Collection just got an upgrade!
Aug 2561 likes
Yeah…120 artists is a LOT!
Aug 18412 likes
We had a little “end-of-camp” ice cream party…
Aug 1575 likes
Fall Registration Opens Next Friday!
Jul 1596 likes
For 51 years, Durham Arts Council has proudly produced CenterFest, celebrating the arts…
Nov 2308 likes
RIP my wallet
Oct 2326 likes
Emerging Artists Program Grant Applications are OPEN through January 3…
Oct 16191 likes
Make Third Friday a night at "Our House"!
Oct 1070 likes
Save the date!
Oct 9269 likes
Looking for something creative to do on a Friday night?
Sep 2845 likes
We are so pleased to announce the merit award winners for Centerfest 2026!
Sep 20298 likes
CenterFest starts today, and we want to "incredi-bull" sponsors for helping bring this signature arts…
Sep 1925 likes
Join DAC Grantee and filmmaker Hillary Esminger for a free screening of her film, As I See It…
Sep 1621 likes
"Our House 2026" featuring work from DAC students & instructors1 min read · Sep 30- durhamarts.org2026 CenterFest BasketrySep 9
FREE Training: Arts Business Accelerator2 min read · Sep 7
FREE Training: Arts Marketing Accelerator1 min read · Sep 7- durhamarts.orgSeeking Arts Instructors for School Break Camps 2026-27Aug 19
“Rooted in Joy” a duo exhibit of Charisse Coleman & Kristin Gibson4 min read · Aug 16
"The Hours After Helene" A solo exhibit by Christa Capua2 min read · Aug 16- durhamarts.orgCenterFest 2026 PrintmakingAug 4
- durhamarts.orgCenterFest 2026 PaperAug 4
- durhamarts.orgCenterFest 2026 SculptureAug 4
With partners
We had such a great time exploring the Cabarrus Arts Council with Liz and Brian!
With North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
This past Friday we celebrated two major exhibitions at the Durham Arts Council!
With The Durham Art Guild
Celebrate 60 Years of the Eno River Association with us!
With The Scrap Exchange
Celebrate 60 Years of the Eno River Association with us!
With Eno River Association
About
Durham Arts Council, Inc. is a catalyst in the cultural development of Durham – it leads, inspires, and promotes excellence in and access to the creation, experience, and active support of the arts for all the people of our community.
DAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization funded by earned revenues, grants and contributions from corporations, foundations, individuals, and support from the City of Durham, Durham County, North Carolina Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
We envision a community where creativity and the arts are highly valued, positive and transformative forces in Durham’s cultural, educational, and economic life. We envision an excellent and sustainable arts and cultural sector that is vital to quality of life in Durham.
Durham Arts Council celebrates the unique creativity and spirit of every person and believes in creating a vibrant, diverse, equitable and inclusive community through the arts. DAC is committed at every level to developing, supporting, and celebrating diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging in our programming, services, audience, workforce, vendor relationships, and governance as a reflection of the diverse communities we serve.
2nd Vice President, Development Committee Executive Director, Helius
Grant Coordinator and Staff Liaison, Durham Park’s Foundation