HILLSBOROUGH ARTS COUNCIL

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Artist & Vendor

Opportunities

2024 Applications OPEN!
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2022 event photography courtesy of Drone Data and Film, Aeon Schmoock, and Ryan Dwyer.

The Who Is You

Art & community are easily the best parts about life in Hillsborough, and the limit of your Arts Council is up to you. Our work requires your energy, enthusiasm, and support.

Every dollar donated makes a difference in supporting local artists and ensuring the FREE arts events & programs that color life in Hillsborough can continue.

MAKE A ONE TIME GIFT

SUSTAIN THE ARTS

NOW HIRING

Fundraising Coordinator

Are you passionate about the arts and eager to make a difference in your community?

We're seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Part-Time Fundraising Coordinator!

Learn more & apply >

HAC Bulletin

HAC GALLERY & GIFT SHOP

Ongoing HAC's retail shop & exhibition space featuring local artists and craftspeople.

LAST FRIDAYS & THE ART WALK

March - November 2024 Last Fridays & the Art Walk occur on the last Friday of each month, March-October, Hillsborough-wide and feature live music, dance, poetry, gallery exhibitions, Makers Markets, and much more!

COMMUNITY WORKSHOP SERIES

Sundays, May 12 & 19 HAC and 1,2,3 Puppetry are hosting a giant puppet-making workshop series! We invite you to spend the afternoon learning about the art of puppetry, and working with us to community-craft a NEW giant puppet to debut at the 2024 Handmade Parade!

LAST FRIDAYS MAKERS MARKETS

May - October 2024 Find artist vendors on the Old Courthouse lawn during Last Fridays & the Art Walk!

HANDMADE PARADE

June 1, 2024 A walking theatrical performance. A spectacle of art, creativity, and public theater.

HANDMADE MARKET

June 1, 2024 A local arts market accompanying Hillsborough's famous Handmade Parade!