Another Call for Artists: Woodland Indian Arts Program Deadline- February 12th, 3 PM

January 15, 2026 by wottery in Uncategorized

Important Announcement from Wisconsin Arts Board for all Brothertown Artists in Wisconsin

Once again: Calling All Brothertown Artists!!!

Upcoming Deadline Reminder: Woodland Indian Arts Program

The Wisconsin Arts Board is accepting applications for the Woodland Indian Arts (WIA) grant program until Thursday, February 12th, at 3 pm for projects occurring between March 15 and December 31, 2026.

To access the WIA Program Guidelines, eligibility criteria, and application, click ‘Find Out More’ below. The “Apply Here!” link will take you to WAB’s online grants system. Detailed registration instructions are included in the program guidelines.

Types of activities funded include, but are not limited to:

Projects focused on the documentation, preservation, or revitalization of arts activities, language, foodways/food traditions, or cultural knowledge in Wisconsin’s Native American communities,
Technical assistance and professional development to Native artists and arts organizations,
Professional arts administration positions in support of Native arts,
Presentation and promotion of Native artists through festivals, markets, exhibitions, various media, and other forms of presentation, and
Planning grants in preparation for any of the above.

New, expanded, or existing projects are eligible. Traditional and contemporary art forms are welcome.

As a reminder, the program’s maximum request amount increased from $4,000 to $6,000 in FY24, and there was a change to the program’s match requirement. Please be sure to review the WIA Program page, guidelines, and eligibility details before beginning an application

If you have questions regarding the application process or would like to discuss a project proposal, please contact Kaitlyn Berle at (608) 266-8106 or kaitlyn.berle@wisconsin.gov.