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ACTA develops publications, reports, and multimedia reflecting the state of cultural arts in California. In collaboration with experts, artists, and advocates from the field, we examine the intersections of arts, community health, social wellbeing, and public policy. Browse our latest publications and multimedia below.
Notes about the Community Leadership Project Cohort of the Alliance for California Traditional Arts (2009–2017)
Since 2003, ACTA has been an active and enthusiastic member of Grantmakers in the Arts (GIA), working to integrate traditional arts into the national dialogue of arts funding. Over the past two decades, we’ve curated 21 engaging sessions and workshops, fostering meaningful connections between artists and funders. From spotlighting…
A report exploring the effects of arts education in prison
2022
Tending the Taproot
Opportunities to Support Folk & Traditional Arts in the United States
Traditional Arts as Enduring Social Practice in California’s Bay Area
Data on Scope, Finances, and Funding
Traditional Arts as Healing, Restorative Justice
After a surreal year, we are grateful to be here. The COVID-19 pandemic has been especially devastating to the folk and traditional arts community. During this time of extreme need among our constituents, ACTA did not close down or downsize operations. Rather, we more…
2021
Engaging Tradition
A new educational resource from ACTA
A Building Healthy Communities Story
Activando la salud pública a través de las artes tradicionales
Activating public health through traditional arts