Resources
Publications
The only source of its kind, the Montana Arts Council's bi-monthly newspaper, State of the Arts, brings comprehensive arts information, events, and news to over 7,500 people across the state. The newspaper is available to anyone who requests it, free of charge within Montana and $15 for a one-year, out-of-state subscription. Sign up on online at this link, or call us, 406/444-6430, to sign up.
A Guidebook on Non-Profit Board of Directors’ Responsibilities and Regulations (publication funded by Wells Fargo)
Building Arts Participation in Rural America: The Montana Story (2004)
Year One: Learning to Increase Participation and the Return on Investment
Building Arts Participation in Rural America: Success Stories (2007)
Learning from Montana Arts Organizations
These publications, written by Louise K. Stevens, chronicle audience development strategies undertaken by seven Montana arts organizations while participating in a major audience development initiative of the Montana Arts Council. The initiative was funded by the Wallace Foundation and these publications serve as a model for arts organizations all across rural America. Available in hard copy only – contact Cinda Holt (406) 777-0090 or cholt@montana.com for free copies.
Fund Raising Ideas That Work In Rural America (2006)
Compiled by John Barsness of Montana Arts for the Montana Arts Council, this publication offers a snapshot of more than seventy successful special events, annual fund drives, membership drives, capital campaigns and sponsorships mounted by arts organizations all across the country. Available in hard copy only – contact Cinda Holt (406) 777-0090 or cholt@montana.com for free copies.
Operational Blueprint for 2008 – 2013 Montana Arts Council's plan is now available at this link.
Download PDF's of posters featuring Montana's Circle of American Masters, including artists' biographies, lesson plans, and smaller images of the artists' work. You can also order a set of the posters here.
Status of Arts Education Survey A Report on the Status of Arts Education in Montana: 2009-2010 School Year
The Arts Education Partnership is committed to increasing resources for quality education in and through the arts in schools, schools districts and partnering arts and cultural institutions. All AEP publications are available in .pdf format for your convenience.
