Creativity Runs Deep In Kern County
Explore the arts with the Arts Council of Kern! ACK strives to address its diverse population and support our growing art community.
Welcome to the
Arts Council of Kern
Come explore the arts with us!
We work hard to make art accessible to all our residents and pride ourselves on highlighting traditional and contemporary artists in and around the county. We are your starting point for discovering new experiences and programs that will unlock your creativity and introduce you to new ideas.
Become a Member With Us!
Become a member with the Arts Council of Kern and help contribute to the arts community in Kern County! Take part in the many events held by ACK year round!
Arts Council of Kern Members Are:
– Entitled to Free Admission to Gallery Shows
– Eligible For Discounts on Arts Events and Workshops Presented by ACK, Highlighted in our Newsletter and on Social Media
– Acknowledged in the Kern County Arts Directory
End of the year reflections
As the year comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude and pride on the impact we’ve made together in 2024. The Arts Council of Kern has been a beacon for creativity and culture across Kern County, bringing transformative arts programs to underserved communities, fostering local talent, and celebrating the power of art to inspire and connect us all.
This year, your support helped us:
• Empower incarcerated youth and adults through our Arts4Rehabilitation and Prison Arts Initiative, transforming lives while decreasing recidivism through expression in music, writing, and visual arts.
• Showcase the strength of Indigenous storytelling and arts in our Common Ground program, which reached schools, museums, and community events throughout the county.
• Launch new creative spaces and initiatives, including workshops, exhibitions like the Contemporary Women’s Art Show, and a burgeoning First Friday and Maker’s Market at our downtown Bakersfield facility.
• Provide opportunities for artists to bring murals to beautify city streets and parks, collaborate, teach, and grow through programs that bring art into the heart of Kern’s communities.
But, there is still so much more we can do and YOU can be a catalyst for those opportunities… As state funding for the arts continues to face challenges, we need your PARTNERSHIP AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT to sustain and expand our mission of access, advocacy, and education.
Here’s how you can be a catalyst:
1. Become a Member: Join a community of art enthusiasts and advocates who believe that art work is real work and builds the creative economy. Learn how to participate and be active in the arts scene through our member newsletter. Your membership directly supports our programs and initiatives.
2. Make a Donation: Your contribution, big or small, ensures that we can continue to provide free or low-cost arts programs to those who need them most.
3. Sponsor an Artist or Program: Help us fund a specific project, artist, or workshop to bring more art and opportunity to Kern County.
Your support matters. Every membership, donation, or sponsorship brings us closer to our vision of a thriving arts community that uplifts and connects everyone in Kern County.
Together, we can make the new year even more impactful. Visit: kernarts.org or call us at (661) 324-9000 to become a member, donate, or learn more about our programs and initiatives.
Thank you for believing in the power of the arts to change lives. We look forward to creating, growing, and thriving with you in the year ahead.
Join the Arts Council of Kern: Now Hiring!
Work With the Arts Council of Kern
The Arts Council of Kern is excited to announce that we’re expanding our team! We’re seeking passionate individuals dedicated to enriching Kern County’s vibrant arts community. If you’re looking for a career that merges creativity with meaningful impact, one of these positions could be the perfect fit for you.
Working with us means joining a team committed to fostering the arts in Kern County, from arts education and programming to large-scale community murals and events. We support both budding and professional artists and provide resources to bring art to every corner of Kern County.
Job Positions
The Arts Council of Kern is hiring! We’re looking for dedicated individuals to fill the roles of:
Teaching Artist: Bring hands-on art experiences to schools and public spaces, inspiring creativity in local youth and adults.
Join us in making a lasting impact through the arts. Click the button below to apply on LinkedIn!
The Arts Council of Kern Moves to a New Home at The Brickyard
We are thrilled to announce that The Arts Council of Kern has officially moved to a new location! Our new home is at The Brickyard, located at 1020 18th Street. This vibrant space is already familiar to many of you, as it has been the venue for our popular monthly First Fridays events. Now, it will serve as the central hub for all our activities and events.
The move from our previous location at the Kern County Museum marks a significant step in our ongoing commitment to fostering a thriving arts community in Kern County. The Brickyard offers us the perfect environment to expand our programs and engage more deeply with artists and art enthusiasts alike. With its spacious layout and central location, The Brickyard will allow us to host a wide array of events, workshops, and exhibitions, bringing even more art and culture to the heart of Bakersfield.
We look forward to welcoming you to our new facility and sharing this exciting new chapter with you. Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming events and opportunities at The Brickyard. Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to see you at our new location!
For more information and updates, please visit our website or contact us directly at [email protected].
Let’s continue to celebrate and support the arts together in our beautiful new space.
Destination for Innovation
with Les Mood
Our Executive Director Jeanette Richardson recently had the honor of being interviewed by Les Mood for the series, Destination for Innovation, presented by the The City of Bakersfield and GreenTech Network.
In this series, we witness the profound impact of art in fostering connections, enriching community, and igniting innovation. Jeanette’s unwavering commitment to the community exemplifies how art can transcend personal passion to become a catalyst for public good, urging us all to champion and nurture artistic endeavors within our communities. Join us this week as we immerse ourselves in Jeanette Richardson’s remarkable story, a powerful reminder of art’s pivotal role in forging stronger, more interconnected communities, not just in Bakersfield, but beyond.
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