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Texas Arts Advocacy Summit & Awards 2024

SAVE THE DATE !

2025 Texas Arts Advocacy Summit

February 5 Austin, TX

We envision a Texas where everyone sees the arts as essential to our lives; but it all starts with us.

Thank You Everyone!

Thank you to all who joined us and other passionate arts leaders from across the state, as we gathered to inspire, educate, and celebrate arts advocates here in Texas! The 89th Texas Legislative Session is around the corner, and this was a pivotal opportunity to to learn from experts in the field, hone our skills, and honor our champions for the arts. Stay engaged, and be part of the movement the arts sector is leading to ensure that every Texas community has the robust, thriving arts ecosystem it deserves!

We were thrilled to present a day packed with the latest insights and inspiration from our partners, members and other industry leaders:

Support for our 2024 Texas Arts Advocacy Day is generously provided by

2024 Texas Arts Advocacy Awards

Congratulations to our awardees!

2024 Award Categories:

Exceptional Grassroots Arts Advocate 

Dr. Brent Hasty, MINDPOP

An individual who has consistently gone above and beyond to secure local arts resources.

Outstanding Arts Partnership

Scott Joslove and The Texas Hotel & Lodging Association

An individual or business whose partnership with the arts has transformed their community.  

Corporate Champion for the Arts

PNC Bank

A company that has invested in transformational arts advocacy at local or state level.

Legislative Arts Advocate 

The Honorable Rep. Mary Gonzalez TX-75

An elected official who has been an exceptional champion for the arts.

Lasting Community Impact Through Arts Advocacy 

Wichita County Government

A community that has taken a transformational step to support the arts. Please nominate city offices, arts councils, or organizations that represent the community.