Telluride Arts
Telluride Council for the Arts and Humanities (Telluride Arts) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1971 and incorporated in 1974. Dedicated to the advancement and incubation of the arts, the organization played a pivotal role in shaping the cultural identity of Telluride, nurturing a vibrant arts scene that continues to define the community today.
As we celebrate more than 50 years of service, Telluride Arts remains committed to its mission of vitalizing the region through the appreciation and participation in the arts. Our work is rooted in three core pillars that guide our efforts and ensure our continued growth:
Supporting Local and Regional Artists: Providing essential resources for artists to create, thrive, and expand their reach. From grants and collaborative partnerships to paid performances, exhibitions, and arts bazaars, Telluride Arts offers opportunities that empower artists; ensuring their work is seen, heard, and valued.
Connecting Diverse Audiences with the Arts: Bringing art to public spaces, creating opportunities for the community to engage with and appreciate the arts through exhibitions, live performances, and interactive events.
Advocating for the Arts: Telluride Arts works to ensure the arts remain a priority in local decision-making, maintaining an environment where art thrives alongside other aspects of community development.
Events
Through thoughtful programming, Telluride Arts produces a variety of year-round events and art-happenings to share with our local community, artists, and visitors.
Grants for Artists
Telluride Arts’ Artist Grants (TAAG) support the development and presentation of new work, and the professional development of individual artists living or working in Telluride.
The 2025 Telluride Arts’ Artist Grants (TAAG) are officially open, and this year, we are excited to introduce new updates to make our grants more inclusive, accessible, and supportive of creative growth in the Telluride region.
WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?
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We have expanded our grant program to include distinct categories, giving more artists, creatives, and organizations a chance to apply.
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Grants are open to individual artists, collaborative groups, and non-profit organizations. There is no age limit to apply.
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For the first time ever, applications are available completely in Spanish. If language has been a barrier, please reach out directly to Melannie Tavano.
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All applications will be blind reviewed by a rotating panel of jurors to ensure fairness and artistic excellence.
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We are now using the CaFÉ platform for all grant submissions.
ELIGIBLE:
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Artists and nonprofit organizations.
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Applicants must live and/or work in the Telluride region. - If you do not live or work in the region, you must explain your connection to the region or detail your local artist collaborators and their roles.
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There are no age limitations for applicants.
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All TAAG funded projects must be shared with the Telluride community upon completion.