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United Arts Council

Connecting Wake County
Through the Arts

We envision a future where creativity and innovation are nurtured, where art and artists flourish, and where the arts are celebrated as an integral part of our cultural fabric.

Together, we make art happen across Wake County.

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The nonprofit arts and culture industry in Wake County generated $543 million in economic activity.

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Artists

Artists

Find out ways that United Arts supports local artists
Arts Organizations

Arts Organizations

See how we support nonprofit arts organizations across Wake County
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Schools

Check out how we support Wake County public schools and educators
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Towns

Check out our programs that support Wake County municipalities

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United Arts Presents Wake On Stage!

United Arts Presents Wake On Stage!

March 30, 2026

WAKE COUNTY, NC — United Arts Wake County invites the community to Wake on Stage!, a fun, high-energy celebration of the arts taking place o…
Oct 2

5TH ANNUAL NC VETERAN ART SHOW

8:00 am–5:00 pm

Please join us for the 5th Annual North Carolina Veteran Art Show from Friday, October 2nd, to Friday, October 16th, at the Durham Art Guild…
Oct 11

Artspace Open Studio

1:30 pm–3:30 pm

Let your imagination soar in Artspace's Open Studio and enjoy a free self-guided art making activity for ages 5 and up.
Oct 11

Roll, Release and Reset

5:00 pm–6:30 pm

Ages 18+ This workshop focuses on enhancing strength and stability in the body and pelvic floor region through a combination of exercises an…

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