Apply Now for an Arts Relief-funded Folklife Apprenticeship

MSAC is now accepting applications for a special cycle of the Folklife Apprenticeship made available through Arts Relief funding. Folklife Apprenticeships are $5,000 each and support traditional arts education through the teaching of skills from a master artist to an apprentice artist. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis between September 1, 2022, and February 28, 2023. During this six-month period, applications will be reviewed and applicants will be notified on a monthly basis. Apprenticeships will be awarded until funding is depleted. Begin an application using MSAC’s application system, SmartSimple. Log in to SmartSimple by using the button below.

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MSAC hosted a free webinar “Folklife Apprenticeship Information Session” on August 22. This webinar is now available for free on MSAC’s Youtube channel. Click here to view. 

Maryland Traditions, the traditional arts program of MSAC, has given Folklife Apprenticeships annually since 2004. Click here to see a list of past recipients.

Folklife Apprenticeships are distinct from registered apprenticeships offered through the Maryland Apprenticeship Training Program, which supports workforce development.

The Maryland State Arts Council is committed to making sure all Marylanders can access its programs and services. For grant application assistance, please contact the appropriate Program Director. Guests with further accessibility questions or who require accommodations may fill out the Accommodations Request Form or contact the MSAC Office Secretary at [email protected]. If you have questions about the SmartSimple application system, please contact Grants Management Associate Tammy Oppel at [email protected].