The Arts Council of Carteret County (ACCC) offers scholarship opportunities of up to $1,000 per student to provide tuition assistance to students pursuing degrees in the arts at the college level (two- or four-year courses of study) or the North Carolina School of the Arts. These are one-time (non-renewable) scholarships.    Scholarships under this program are available for tuition assistance only.  They are not available to pay for private tutoring or classes other than thos

The Arts Council of Carteret County is pleased to announce a new opportunity for our members to showcase their artwork.  We are offering three 4-week sessions where the 24-foot-long Big Rock wall will be available for you to display your artwork in your own private show. You will have access to the space for an opening reception, if you choose, and your show will be listed on our website and social media.   Cost: $100 per four-week session plus 30% commission on sales. You w

You are invited to the Carteret Community College Student Art Gallery Exhibition. Celebrate creativity by viewing a vibrant showcase of talent, imagination, and hard work from the incredible students. From bold paintings to stunning visual storytelling, this exhibition highlights the passion and creativity blooming on the CCC campus. Whether you're and art lover, a supporter of local talent, or just looking for something inspiring to do, this is an event you won't want to m

The ACCC is proud to join communities across America in celebrating the 250 th  anniversary of our nation. We are excited to announce a unique opportunity for students of Carteret County to participate in a youth art competition.  The history of our nation is rich in the beauty of the people whose talents brought life to the arts.  Let’s celebrate our heritage. This competition will be open to all K-12 students in the areas of stories, poetry and art. For the rest of the det

Bogue Banks Public Library  320 Salter Path Road,  Pine Knoll Shores, NC 285 Barbi Bailey-Smith     Artist/ Illustrator   Artist’s Talk and Reception: April 11, 2026 1:00 pm Exhibit dates: March 31-May 3, 2026 Barbi Bailey-Smith is a teacher who is an artist, and an artist who is a teacher. For 41 years Barbi taught art in Grades K-8, undergraduate classes at the university level, as well as Teacher workshops both locally and nationally. After retirement, Barbi and her yello