The Arts Council (sometimes called the Arts Council of Ireland; legally Irish:An Chomhairle Ealaíon) is the arts council of Ireland. It was established in 1951 by the Government of Ireland, to encourage interest in Irish art (including visual art, music, performance, and literature) and to channel funding from the state to Irish artists and arts organisations. This includes encouragement of traditional Irish arts, support for contemporary Irish arts, and finance for international arts events in Ireland. The council was modelled on the Arts Council of Great Britain, founded in 1946, and works closely with the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, formed by the British government in Northern Ireland in 1962 to fulfil a similar role.
Pat Moylan was appointed chairman in January 2009. The CEO is Orlaith McBride. The 2013 budget was €59.9 million.
Under Section 2 of the 1920 Act, the Council was established with the following purpose:
Under Section 7 of the 1920 Act, the Council could make orders concerning matters which were within the remit of the respective Parliaments of Southern and Northern Ireland. The Council’s Orders required royal assent in the same way Bills of either of the Parliaments also required such assent.
Establishment
The Council was duly established on the “Appointed Day”, 3 May 1921. On 23 June 1921, the House of Commons of Northern Ireland duly elected its 13 chosen members to the Council:
An arts council is a government or private non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts; mainly by funding local artists, awarding prizes, and organizing arts events. They often operate at arms-length from the government to prevent political interference in their decisions. The model has received criticism for being ineffective.
The island's geography comprises relatively low-lying mountains surrounding a central plain, with several navigable rivers extending inland. The island has lush vegetation, a product of its mild but changeable climate which avoids extremes in temperature. Thick woodlands covered the island until the Middle Ages. As of 2013, the amount of land that is wooded in Ireland is about 11% of the total, compared with a European average of 35%. There are 26 extant mammal species native to Ireland. The Irish climate is very moderated and classified as oceanic. As a result, winters are milder than expected for such a northerly area. However, summers are cooler than those in Continental Europe. Rainfall and cloud cover are abundant.
The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon: International Arts
The Arts Council launched its new International Arts Policy ‘2022-2025’. With this policy, the Arts Council recognises the important role of international practice and relations in the development of the arts in Ireland.
The International Arts Policy proposes a four year strategic framework aimed at supporting those who pursue such opportunities beyond national borders.
In practice, the International Arts Policy framework sets out to deliver a more effective alignment of supports aimed at the integration of national and international activities delivered by Irish-based artists and organisations. This policy acknowledges the reality that for many artists, work conducted in a local, national and international context is often part of a single eco-system and an integral part of a sustainable...
published: 06 Mar 2023
60 Years of the Irish Arts Council
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Two works by artist Patrick Scott feature in a series of exhibitions to mark 60 years of the Irish Arts Council which will take place in Cork, Limerick, Sligo and Dublin.
published: 07 Oct 2012
Advancing Dance - Arts Council Dance Policy
The Arts Council has launched its new Dance policy, Advancing Dance 2022-2025. This policy will increase the capacity of the dance sector in Ireland through action and investment.
Implementation of the policy will lead to expanded opportunities for audiences and artists across Ireland to engage with dance while extending our reach internationally.
The vision underpinning the policy is for an Ireland where dance is recognised as an integral part of our cultural life. It is an artform connecting us to our bodies, imaginations, and each other.
Find out more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Arts-in-Ireland/Dance/
Featured performers / companies:
CoisCéim Dance Theatre
Irish Modern Dance Theatre
Junk Ensemble
Laura Murphy
Liz Roche Company
United Fall
Ballet Ireland
Video:
David Knox / NoN...
published: 06 Oct 2022
Arts Council of Northern Ireland launches 10-Year Strategic Plan for 2024-34
published: 09 May 2024
The Arts Council of Ireland – ‘Art Flourishes in Spite of Adversity’ - Andy Warhol
published: 27 Sep 2022
Art Unlocked: Arts Council of Northern Ireland Collection
Art Unlocked is an online talk series brought to you by Art UK in collaboration with Bloomberg Philanthropies. In this talk, hear from Joanna Johnston, Visual Arts & Collections Officer at Arts Council of Northern Ireland Collection, and find out about the progression of post-Troubles photographic and sculptural practice in Northern Ireland. Joanna delivered this talk live on 24 August 2022.
You can find a Curation of the artworks discussed on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/discover/curations/art-unlocked-arts-council-of-northern-ireland-collection
You can find out more about Art Unlocked on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/about/art-unlocked
Art UK: https://artuk.org/
Bloomberg Philanthropies: https://www.bloomberg.org/
published: 25 Aug 2022
Jesse Jones | Visual Arts Bursary Award | Arts Council
The Arts Council offers funding awards under the Visual Arts for artists, organisations, groups and curators.
Visual Artist and 2017 representative of Ireland at La Biennale di Venezia, Jesse Jones talks about how the Bursary Award has supported her art practice.
published: 27 May 2019
The Arts Council - Show Up
#ShowUp for the art that resonates with you, the art that connects you to your community!
Our research has found that young people have been feeling less connected to the arts in Ireland, but the time is right to reclaim your place in our cultural spaces and find your tribe.
Show Up for the story. Show Up for the song. Show Up for the craic. Show Up for yourself.
Showing up for a friend? It's support like nothing else.
Show Up is part of our commitment to supporting opportunities for more people to create and enjoy art.
Learn more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/News/Arts-Council-launches-Show-Up-%E2%80%93-A-campaign-encouraging-young-people-to--Show-Up--for-the-art-that-connects-them-to-community/
Creative Agency: Simply Social
Crew:
Conor Forkin
Eleanor Rushe
Sierra Dann
Jamie Be...
published: 19 Feb 2024
IAC Artist Talk: Dr. Julia Brock and Jamey Grimes
Dr. Julia Brock and artist Jamey Grimes will discuss Grimes' current installation, Kalmia, at the IAC, along with their collaborative project, Flow Tuscaloosa. Together, they will share a narrative that highlights the connection between art, community and our connection to nature.
This program is supported by grant funding from Alabama Humanities Alliance and the National Endowment for Humanities, a federal agency.
published: 26 Nov 2024
Arts Council Webinar: Touring of Work 2025 - Round 1
This information clinic is for artists and organisations interested in submitting applications for funding for the touring of work across all artform and arts-practice areas.
Proposed tours must take place in the Republic of Ireland starting from January to December 2025.
The window for application opens on the 9 April 2024 and the deadline is the 9 May 2024 at 5.30pm.
Full award info and application details: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Funds/Touring-of-Work-Scheme/
The Arts Council launched its new International Arts Policy ‘2022-2025’. With this policy, the Arts Council recognises the important role of international pract...
The Arts Council launched its new International Arts Policy ‘2022-2025’. With this policy, the Arts Council recognises the important role of international practice and relations in the development of the arts in Ireland.
The International Arts Policy proposes a four year strategic framework aimed at supporting those who pursue such opportunities beyond national borders.
In practice, the International Arts Policy framework sets out to deliver a more effective alignment of supports aimed at the integration of national and international activities delivered by Irish-based artists and organisations. This policy acknowledges the reality that for many artists, work conducted in a local, national and international context is often part of a single eco-system and an integral part of a sustainable professional practice.
More information about the International Arts Policy is available on the Arts Council's website at https://www.artscouncil.ie/international-arts/policy-2022-2025/
You can find the International Arts Policy at https://www.artscouncil.ie/uploadedFiles/International%20Arts%20Policy%202022.pdf
Video:
David Knox / NoName Media
The Arts Council launched its new International Arts Policy ‘2022-2025’. With this policy, the Arts Council recognises the important role of international practice and relations in the development of the arts in Ireland.
The International Arts Policy proposes a four year strategic framework aimed at supporting those who pursue such opportunities beyond national borders.
In practice, the International Arts Policy framework sets out to deliver a more effective alignment of supports aimed at the integration of national and international activities delivered by Irish-based artists and organisations. This policy acknowledges the reality that for many artists, work conducted in a local, national and international context is often part of a single eco-system and an integral part of a sustainable professional practice.
More information about the International Arts Policy is available on the Arts Council's website at https://www.artscouncil.ie/international-arts/policy-2022-2025/
You can find the International Arts Policy at https://www.artscouncil.ie/uploadedFiles/International%20Arts%20Policy%202022.pdf
Video:
David Knox / NoName Media
Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/newsnow
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Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/newsnow
Follow us on twitter @rtenewsnow and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTENewsNow
Two works by artist Patrick Scott feature in a series of exhibitions to mark 60 years of the Irish Arts Council which will take place in Cork, Limerick, Sligo and Dublin.
Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/newsnow
Follow us on twitter @rtenewsnow and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTENewsNow
Two works by artist Patrick Scott feature in a series of exhibitions to mark 60 years of the Irish Arts Council which will take place in Cork, Limerick, Sligo and Dublin.
The Arts Council has launched its new Dance policy, Advancing Dance 2022-2025. This policy will increase the capacity of the dance sector in Ireland through ac...
The Arts Council has launched its new Dance policy, Advancing Dance 2022-2025. This policy will increase the capacity of the dance sector in Ireland through action and investment.
Implementation of the policy will lead to expanded opportunities for audiences and artists across Ireland to engage with dance while extending our reach internationally.
The vision underpinning the policy is for an Ireland where dance is recognised as an integral part of our cultural life. It is an artform connecting us to our bodies, imaginations, and each other.
Find out more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Arts-in-Ireland/Dance/
Featured performers / companies:
CoisCéim Dance Theatre
Irish Modern Dance Theatre
Junk Ensemble
Laura Murphy
Liz Roche Company
United Fall
Ballet Ireland
Video:
David Knox / NoName Media
The Arts Council has launched its new Dance policy, Advancing Dance 2022-2025. This policy will increase the capacity of the dance sector in Ireland through action and investment.
Implementation of the policy will lead to expanded opportunities for audiences and artists across Ireland to engage with dance while extending our reach internationally.
The vision underpinning the policy is for an Ireland where dance is recognised as an integral part of our cultural life. It is an artform connecting us to our bodies, imaginations, and each other.
Find out more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Arts-in-Ireland/Dance/
Featured performers / companies:
CoisCéim Dance Theatre
Irish Modern Dance Theatre
Junk Ensemble
Laura Murphy
Liz Roche Company
United Fall
Ballet Ireland
Video:
David Knox / NoName Media
Art Unlocked is an online talk series brought to you by Art UK in collaboration with Bloomberg Philanthropies. In this talk, hear from Joanna Johnston, Visual A...
Art Unlocked is an online talk series brought to you by Art UK in collaboration with Bloomberg Philanthropies. In this talk, hear from Joanna Johnston, Visual Arts & Collections Officer at Arts Council of Northern Ireland Collection, and find out about the progression of post-Troubles photographic and sculptural practice in Northern Ireland. Joanna delivered this talk live on 24 August 2022.
You can find a Curation of the artworks discussed on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/discover/curations/art-unlocked-arts-council-of-northern-ireland-collection
You can find out more about Art Unlocked on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/about/art-unlocked
Art UK: https://artuk.org/
Bloomberg Philanthropies: https://www.bloomberg.org/
Art Unlocked is an online talk series brought to you by Art UK in collaboration with Bloomberg Philanthropies. In this talk, hear from Joanna Johnston, Visual Arts & Collections Officer at Arts Council of Northern Ireland Collection, and find out about the progression of post-Troubles photographic and sculptural practice in Northern Ireland. Joanna delivered this talk live on 24 August 2022.
You can find a Curation of the artworks discussed on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/discover/curations/art-unlocked-arts-council-of-northern-ireland-collection
You can find out more about Art Unlocked on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/about/art-unlocked
Art UK: https://artuk.org/
Bloomberg Philanthropies: https://www.bloomberg.org/
The Arts Council offers funding awards under the Visual Arts for artists, organisations, groups and curators.
Visual Artist and 2017 representative of Ireland ...
The Arts Council offers funding awards under the Visual Arts for artists, organisations, groups and curators.
Visual Artist and 2017 representative of Ireland at La Biennale di Venezia, Jesse Jones talks about how the Bursary Award has supported her art practice.
The Arts Council offers funding awards under the Visual Arts for artists, organisations, groups and curators.
Visual Artist and 2017 representative of Ireland at La Biennale di Venezia, Jesse Jones talks about how the Bursary Award has supported her art practice.
#ShowUp for the art that resonates with you, the art that connects you to your community!
Our research has found that young people have been feeling less conn...
#ShowUp for the art that resonates with you, the art that connects you to your community!
Our research has found that young people have been feeling less connected to the arts in Ireland, but the time is right to reclaim your place in our cultural spaces and find your tribe.
Show Up for the story. Show Up for the song. Show Up for the craic. Show Up for yourself.
Showing up for a friend? It's support like nothing else.
Show Up is part of our commitment to supporting opportunities for more people to create and enjoy art.
Learn more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/News/Arts-Council-launches-Show-Up-%E2%80%93-A-campaign-encouraging-young-people-to--Show-Up--for-the-art-that-connects-them-to-community/
Creative Agency: Simply Social
Crew:
Conor Forkin
Eleanor Rushe
Sierra Dann
Jamie Belton
Benjamin Zambo
Adrian Errity
Dean Carroll
Zerica Griffin
Brand design:
Morrow Communications
Featuring:
Zeinab
Eadaoin Fitzmaurice
Bill Oshafi
Tobi Balogun
Aaron Sunderland Carey
Higo
Robyn Courtney
Ellie Dunne
#ShowUp for the art that resonates with you, the art that connects you to your community!
Our research has found that young people have been feeling less connected to the arts in Ireland, but the time is right to reclaim your place in our cultural spaces and find your tribe.
Show Up for the story. Show Up for the song. Show Up for the craic. Show Up for yourself.
Showing up for a friend? It's support like nothing else.
Show Up is part of our commitment to supporting opportunities for more people to create and enjoy art.
Learn more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/News/Arts-Council-launches-Show-Up-%E2%80%93-A-campaign-encouraging-young-people-to--Show-Up--for-the-art-that-connects-them-to-community/
Creative Agency: Simply Social
Crew:
Conor Forkin
Eleanor Rushe
Sierra Dann
Jamie Belton
Benjamin Zambo
Adrian Errity
Dean Carroll
Zerica Griffin
Brand design:
Morrow Communications
Featuring:
Zeinab
Eadaoin Fitzmaurice
Bill Oshafi
Tobi Balogun
Aaron Sunderland Carey
Higo
Robyn Courtney
Ellie Dunne
Dr. Julia Brock and artist Jamey Grimes will discuss Grimes' current installation, Kalmia, at the IAC, along with their collaborative project, Flow Tuscaloosa. ...
Dr. Julia Brock and artist Jamey Grimes will discuss Grimes' current installation, Kalmia, at the IAC, along with their collaborative project, Flow Tuscaloosa. Together, they will share a narrative that highlights the connection between art, community and our connection to nature.
This program is supported by grant funding from Alabama Humanities Alliance and the National Endowment for Humanities, a federal agency.
Dr. Julia Brock and artist Jamey Grimes will discuss Grimes' current installation, Kalmia, at the IAC, along with their collaborative project, Flow Tuscaloosa. Together, they will share a narrative that highlights the connection between art, community and our connection to nature.
This program is supported by grant funding from Alabama Humanities Alliance and the National Endowment for Humanities, a federal agency.
This information clinic is for artists and organisations interested in submitting applications for funding for the touring of work across all artform and arts-p...
This information clinic is for artists and organisations interested in submitting applications for funding for the touring of work across all artform and arts-practice areas.
Proposed tours must take place in the Republic of Ireland starting from January to December 2025.
The window for application opens on the 9 April 2024 and the deadline is the 9 May 2024 at 5.30pm.
Full award info and application details: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Funds/Touring-of-Work-Scheme/
This information clinic is for artists and organisations interested in submitting applications for funding for the touring of work across all artform and arts-practice areas.
Proposed tours must take place in the Republic of Ireland starting from January to December 2025.
The window for application opens on the 9 April 2024 and the deadline is the 9 May 2024 at 5.30pm.
Full award info and application details: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Funds/Touring-of-Work-Scheme/
The Arts Council launched its new International Arts Policy ‘2022-2025’. With this policy, the Arts Council recognises the important role of international practice and relations in the development of the arts in Ireland.
The International Arts Policy proposes a four year strategic framework aimed at supporting those who pursue such opportunities beyond national borders.
In practice, the International Arts Policy framework sets out to deliver a more effective alignment of supports aimed at the integration of national and international activities delivered by Irish-based artists and organisations. This policy acknowledges the reality that for many artists, work conducted in a local, national and international context is often part of a single eco-system and an integral part of a sustainable professional practice.
More information about the International Arts Policy is available on the Arts Council's website at https://www.artscouncil.ie/international-arts/policy-2022-2025/
You can find the International Arts Policy at https://www.artscouncil.ie/uploadedFiles/International%20Arts%20Policy%202022.pdf
Video:
David Knox / NoName Media
Keep up to date with all the latest Irish and international news and current affairs with http://www.rte.ie/newsnow
Follow us on twitter @rtenewsnow and on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTENewsNow
Two works by artist Patrick Scott feature in a series of exhibitions to mark 60 years of the Irish Arts Council which will take place in Cork, Limerick, Sligo and Dublin.
The Arts Council has launched its new Dance policy, Advancing Dance 2022-2025. This policy will increase the capacity of the dance sector in Ireland through action and investment.
Implementation of the policy will lead to expanded opportunities for audiences and artists across Ireland to engage with dance while extending our reach internationally.
The vision underpinning the policy is for an Ireland where dance is recognised as an integral part of our cultural life. It is an artform connecting us to our bodies, imaginations, and each other.
Find out more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Arts-in-Ireland/Dance/
Featured performers / companies:
CoisCéim Dance Theatre
Irish Modern Dance Theatre
Junk Ensemble
Laura Murphy
Liz Roche Company
United Fall
Ballet Ireland
Video:
David Knox / NoName Media
Art Unlocked is an online talk series brought to you by Art UK in collaboration with Bloomberg Philanthropies. In this talk, hear from Joanna Johnston, Visual Arts & Collections Officer at Arts Council of Northern Ireland Collection, and find out about the progression of post-Troubles photographic and sculptural practice in Northern Ireland. Joanna delivered this talk live on 24 August 2022.
You can find a Curation of the artworks discussed on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/discover/curations/art-unlocked-arts-council-of-northern-ireland-collection
You can find out more about Art Unlocked on the Art UK website: https://artuk.org/about/art-unlocked
Art UK: https://artuk.org/
Bloomberg Philanthropies: https://www.bloomberg.org/
The Arts Council offers funding awards under the Visual Arts for artists, organisations, groups and curators.
Visual Artist and 2017 representative of Ireland at La Biennale di Venezia, Jesse Jones talks about how the Bursary Award has supported her art practice.
#ShowUp for the art that resonates with you, the art that connects you to your community!
Our research has found that young people have been feeling less connected to the arts in Ireland, but the time is right to reclaim your place in our cultural spaces and find your tribe.
Show Up for the story. Show Up for the song. Show Up for the craic. Show Up for yourself.
Showing up for a friend? It's support like nothing else.
Show Up is part of our commitment to supporting opportunities for more people to create and enjoy art.
Learn more: https://www.artscouncil.ie/News/Arts-Council-launches-Show-Up-%E2%80%93-A-campaign-encouraging-young-people-to--Show-Up--for-the-art-that-connects-them-to-community/
Creative Agency: Simply Social
Crew:
Conor Forkin
Eleanor Rushe
Sierra Dann
Jamie Belton
Benjamin Zambo
Adrian Errity
Dean Carroll
Zerica Griffin
Brand design:
Morrow Communications
Featuring:
Zeinab
Eadaoin Fitzmaurice
Bill Oshafi
Tobi Balogun
Aaron Sunderland Carey
Higo
Robyn Courtney
Ellie Dunne
Dr. Julia Brock and artist Jamey Grimes will discuss Grimes' current installation, Kalmia, at the IAC, along with their collaborative project, Flow Tuscaloosa. Together, they will share a narrative that highlights the connection between art, community and our connection to nature.
This program is supported by grant funding from Alabama Humanities Alliance and the National Endowment for Humanities, a federal agency.
This information clinic is for artists and organisations interested in submitting applications for funding for the touring of work across all artform and arts-practice areas.
Proposed tours must take place in the Republic of Ireland starting from January to December 2025.
The window for application opens on the 9 April 2024 and the deadline is the 9 May 2024 at 5.30pm.
Full award info and application details: https://www.artscouncil.ie/Funds/Touring-of-Work-Scheme/
The Arts Council (sometimes called the Arts Council of Ireland; legally Irish:An Chomhairle Ealaíon) is the arts council of Ireland. It was established in 1951 by the Government of Ireland, to encourage interest in Irish art (including visual art, music, performance, and literature) and to channel funding from the state to Irish artists and arts organisations. This includes encouragement of traditional Irish arts, support for contemporary Irish arts, and finance for international arts events in Ireland. The council was modelled on the Arts Council of Great Britain, founded in 1946, and works closely with the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, formed by the British government in Northern Ireland in 1962 to fulfil a similar role.
Pat Moylan was appointed chairman in January 2009. The CEO is Orlaith McBride. The 2013 budget was €59.9 million.