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North Carolina Heritage Award

About this grant

The North Carolina Heritage Award honors traditional artists and groups whose work reflects community life and is passed from generation to generation. Recipients receive a cash award and are recognized at a public celebration.

Eligibility

  • Traditional artists or groups nominated by the public. Anyone can nominate a traditional artist or group of artists for the award.
  • Cash award and public recognition honoring excellence in the traditional arts.
  • North Carolina.
  • craft
  • music
  • dance
  • literature
  • community_arts

How to apply

NC Arts Council asks nominators to complete the GO Smart form and provide a narrative plus support materials. Discuss the nomination with Folklife staff before submitting if possible.

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Last verified: 26 March 2026