Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council | Bridgeport CT
Serving the cultural organizations, artisits and audiences that contribute to the creative and economic vitality of Bridgeport and the region
The Bridgeport Arts & Cultural Council is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the Spring 2013 Round of the Mayor’s Neighborhood Arts & Heritage Grant Program. Funded by the City of Bridgeport and administered by the Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council (BACC), the Program “underscores and furthers Bridgeport’s vibrant artistic and cultural… Read More
CALL FOR ART Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council pops this summer with our “Pop Art Bridgeport” Exhibition. We are currently seeking submissions for artwork in the Pop art style. Pop art traditionally incorporates imagery from popular culture, advertising, media, and found objects. Notable artists of the Pop Art movement include: Andy Warhol. Jasper Johns… Read More
The Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council (BACC) is excited to announce a special event and exhibition in collaboration with the University of Bridgeport (UB). The UB Exhibition will commence with a launch event on Thursday, April 25, 5:00pm-7:30pm in the Arcade Mall, 1001-12 Main Street in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Planned and curated by students at the… Read More
Our gallery has been transformed into a garden with the floral exhibition “Inspiration” by our May Artist of the Month, MIA. Join us for the exhibition closing reception where she will also discuss her work with words of inspiration for each painting. Refreshments will be provided! Date: Thursday, April 18th Time: 5:30-7:30pm Artist Discussion:… Read More
Are you a Bridgeport artist or arts enthusiast? Join us for our monthly mixer series. Mingle, network, and share about projects at this free social event. Plus, meet the team and learn about Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council news and developments. Date: Thursday, March 21st Time: 5-7:00pm This Month: Open Sketch This Month: Spring… Read More
You’re Invited! Are you an artist or interested in Bridgeport arts and culture? The Bridgeport Arts and Cultural Council invites you to celebrate the new year with us at our “Start with Art!” January mixer. Thursday, January 31ST 5-7:30pm BACC Office 1001-12 Main Street Historic Arcade Mall Bridgeport, CT 06604 Mingle, network, share about… Read More
This year has brought success to Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council through your generous support. We ask you to please contribute to the BACC’s Annual Appeal so we may continue to build a thriving creative environment to the benefit of a revitalized Bridgeport. The BACC’s advocacy of the arts has fostered cultural… Read More
Join us for the opening reception of Pam Lacey’s installation “My Father’s Stuff II: Unfinished Works” on Thursday, January 10th from 5-7 pm Artist Pam Lacey’s abstract painterly works are created with a unique process called “rust transfer dyeing”, using rusted objects left behind after her father’s passing. Pam is one of 46 recipients… Read More
The Mayor’s Neighborhood Arts & Heritage Grant Program, funded by the City of Bridgeport Mayor’s Office and administered by the Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council (BACC), celebrates Bridgeport’s dynamic artistic and cultural environment by supporting the creative pursuits of its artists and cultural institutions. The Program enriches the quality of life in the City by… Read More
ON VIEW THIS WEEK: Kelly Bigelow Becerra- “Grandma’s House” Premiere Party-Thursday September 27th, 8:30pm On Display Thursday, September 28th-Tuesday, October 2nd 8:30-10:30 49 Cannon Street ABOUT THE ARTIST Kelly Bigelow Becerra is a contemporary artist who uses the labor-intensive process of direct, flatbed scanning of objects and people to create a digital vocabulary. Images are… Read More
The Bridgeport Arts & Cultural Council is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications … Read More
The BACC is grateful to our sponsors for their generous support: The Werth Family Foundation; the Fairfield County Community Foundation; the City of Bridgeport; the Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District; the State of Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, Connecticut Office of the Arts; People's United Bank; UIL Holdings Corporation; The Ernest & Joan Trefz Foundation; the Kreitler Foundation; Aquarion, among others.
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