Welcome!
The arts are alive and growing in Putnam! Small town, big on art. Find out more:
ABOUT THE PUTNAM ARTS COUNCIL
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The Putnam Arts Council (PAC) is an appointed council of electors comprised of citizen artists, educators, and art enthusiasts. The mission of the PAC is to grow and support the creative and cultural sectors in Putnam to the benefit of a healthier, stronger community and more whole and sustainable economy.
The PAC will achieve its mission by:
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Promoting the arts community.
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Supporting local artists of all media.
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Pursuing ways to create a more artistically vibrant area.
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Celebrating the creative community as an economic force.
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Educating on the benefits of the creative sector.
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Increasing access to the arts for the Greater Putnam community.
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Supporting cultural events.
The PAC will also serve as a liaison between the arts and businesses, government, and educational institutions.
We believe that by following the mission and the steps laid out we will enhance cultural development, quality of life, and the economic vitality of Putnam.
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Art Connections - Click Here for some "artsy-links" to help artists and art lovers connect with one another
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SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
We are currently accepting applications for 2025 Student Scholarships. Please check back in July 2025 for the Putnam Business Grants application
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STUDENTS - If you are a resident of Putnam who is currently pursuing an education of any level, you are eligible for up to $500 in scholarship assistance. The intention of the scholarship is to help you invest in yourself to further your study of any art-related discipline. The scholarship may be used towards public or private education, or towards a class, workshop, etc. outside of an educational institution.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 31st, 2025. Decision - May 2025, Notification June 2025
Click here for scholarship application form.
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BUSINESSES - If you are a business located in the Putnam community you are eligible for a grant of up to $1,000. The grant will be awarded to one proposal for an art-related class, project, etc. that will benefit the Putnam community. Applications should be filled out by one individual representing the Putnam business.
Click here for grant application form
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CALLING ALL SCULPTORS
The Town of Putnam, in collaboration with the Putnam Arts Council (PAC) and the Putnam Business Association (PBA), is seeking proposals for three permanent outdoor sculptures to be installed along Main Street in Downtown Putnam. These sculptures will replace former tree sites and are intended to reflect the town's creativity and natural heritage.
Compensation of up to $4,000 is available per sculpture, which includes design, fabrication, and transportation.
Deadline is 1/26/2026. Entry fee is $10. More information and application on CaFE.​
MEETINGS
The meetings are open to the public and occur every fourth Monday of the month at the Putnam Municipal Complex, in the Community Room 112, 200 School Street, Putnam CT 06260 @ 5:30 p.m.
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Link to Agendas, Meeting Minutes and Council Members.
THINGS TO DO IN PUTNAM
Events in Putnam can be found on the Discover Putnam website
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
