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• Artists Respond

  Project funding for Connecticut artists to support community-based art projects that respond to social issues or current events - Now Accepting Applications
  

• Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship

  Funding for individuals to pursue professional development opportunities that will advance their careers in arts administration - Now Accepting Applications

• Acknowledging COA Support

  On October 17, 2023, the State of Connecticut launched its new brand.  A grantee must credit the Connecticut Office of the Arts by using the Connecticut brand mark. There is no Connecticut Office of the Arts-specific version of the Connecticut brand mark.  The Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) offers broad guidelines on the usage of the Connecticut brand mark, including how to feature your own Connecticut imagery or design within the CT.  See Use the Connecticut Brand

• Our Strategic Plan 2022 - 2027

  A five-year cultural strategy created to inform and guide the work of the Connecticut Office of the Arts.

• Solidarity Statement from the Connecticut Office of the Arts and the Connecticut Arts Council

  This Solidarity Statement was created and approved by the members of Connecticut Arts Council and the staff of the Connecticut Office of the Arts.

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• Use the Connecticut Brand

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• Get a Free Listing on CTvisit.com

  Learn how to create and optimize your free listing on the state's official tourism website.

• Plan a Visit for Individuals

  Whether you’re planning a short day trip or a longer visit, start at CTvisit.com to find places to eat, stay and play in Connecticut.

• The Connecticut Building at the Big E

  Learn how your Connecticut business or non-profit organization can exhibit at the annual The Eastern States Exposition (The Big E).

• Tourism Marketing Metrics

  The Connecticut Office of Tourism keeps close tabs on advertising and marketing results, employing several studies, indices and analytic reports to keep our efforts on track and on message.  

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