NEA Grants $65,000 to New Britain Museum for John Hitchcock and Louise Nevelson Shows
The New Britain Museum of American Art has been awarded $65,000 from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) as part of the FY 2026 Grants for Arts Projects. The funding will support two upcoming exhibitions: "John Hitchcock: We are Defined by the Beat" and "Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina." NEA Chairman Mary Anne Carter emphasized the importance of the arts in celebrating the nation's history, particularly as the country approaches its 250th anniversary. The museum's announcement aligns with this milestone, highlighting the role of the arts in communities and heritage. The grant underscores federal support for cultural institutions and their programming.
Key facts
- The New Britain Museum of American Art received a $65,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
- The grant is part of the FY 2026 Grants for Arts Projects.
- Funding will support two exhibitions: John Hitchcock: We are Defined by the Beat and Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina.
- NEA Chairman Mary Anne Carter commented on the significance of the arts for the nation's 250th anniversary.
- The announcement was made in the context of America's 250th anniversary.
- The museum is located in New Britain, Connecticut.
- The grant is an example of federal support for the arts.
- The exhibitions are planned for the future, with dates not specified.
Entities
Artists
- John Hitchcock
- Louise Nevelson
- Esphyr Slobodkina
Institutions
- New Britain Museum of American Art
- National Endowment for the Arts
Locations
- New Britain
- United States