14 projects benefit from funding through the Restoration Funding Scheme
Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government, Dr. Owen Bonnici, Arts Council Malta and the Restoration and Preservation Department have announced the list of projects which have received funding under the Restoration Funding Scheme whereby 14 projects will receive a total of €190,000 in investment as financial support for the restoration and conservation of immovable […]
Arts Council Malta showcases an exhibition and presentation by photojournalist Reza as part of the Malta Biennale 2026
Reza’s work places the focus on women in different environments while presenting a powerful humanitarian perspective Under the patronage of the Ministry for Culture, Lands and Local Government, Arts Council Malta (ACM) presents Women Grace above the Battle, a photography exhibition by the world-renowned photojournalist, Reza. The exhibition will be open to the public in […]
Another musical society saved: The government enters into a promise of sale agreement with the emphyteutae of the seat of the Għaqda Soċjali Mużikali Kristu Sultan Banda Paola which was at serious risk of eviction
The Ministry for Culture, Lands and Local Government has entered into a promise of sale agreement with the emphyteutae of the seat of the Għaqda Soċjali Mużikali Kristu Sultan Banda Paola with the aim of having all the emphyteutae’s rights pass on to the Ministry and, thus, this musical society would be protected from the […]
‘SportArti’ launched, a national framework for arts and culture to be integrated within football nurseries
The Ministry for Culture, Lands and Local Government, Arts Council Malta, and the Malta Football Association (MFA) announced the launch of ‘SportArti’, a national framework for arts and culture to be integrated within football nurseries across Malta and Gozo. This agreement will serve to strengthen collaboration between the cultural and sport sectors, while also prioritising […]
Investment in Cultural Organisations Fund results announced
A €1.5m investment over a span of three years Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government Owen Bonnici announced the results of the Investment in Cultural Organisations Fund, under the auspices of Arts Council Malta. This programme offers financial assistance to voluntary organisations operating in the cultural and creative sectors for activities which will be […]
Sovereign Art Foundation Students Prize 2025: Arts Council Malta Award goes to Junior College student
Young artist to receive a €2,000 grant from Arts Council Malta to help further her artistic development. The Arts Council Malta prize within the Sovereign Art Foundation Students Prize 2025 has been awarded to Sofia Rubasheva. The young artist, a Junior College student at the time of winning, clinched the honour with her work, titled […]
Edinburgh Fringe – The Malta Showcase
Call for Proposals for Training and Project Development Submission Date and Time: 15th February at noon (CET) About the Programme Arts Council Malta is launching a Call for Proposals for Training and Project Development, specifically for the Edinburgh Fringe – The Malta Showcase (2027). This is an initiative designed to support directors, producers and creative […]
The number of feast organisations which will benefit from a total investment of €1.1m during this year rises to 120
37 voluntary organisations which contribute to traditional Maltese feasts will benefit from a another Arts Council Malta funding grant to the tune of €344,000 so that these join another 83 feast organisations which have already benefitted from an investment of €800,000 during this year. This is thanks to the Artistic Heritage Scheme administered by Arts […]
Winners of the Arts Awards 2025 Announced
The seventh edition, held during the tenth anniversary of the Arts Council Malta, reaches a record 600 nominations Arts Council Malta (ACM), under the patronage of the Ministry for Culture, Lands and Local Government, has announced the winners of the 2025 Arts Awards. This year’s edition also marks an important milestone, having reached a total […]
Malta’s official participation in the 2026 Venice Biennale and Gwangju Biennale revealed
This will be Malta’s first time participating in South Korea’s Biennale, one of Asia’s principal contemporary art events. Malta’s Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government, together with Arts Council Malta, have officially revealed Malta’s official participation in two main, international platforms for the arts – the 2026 Venice Biennale and Gwangju Biennale. Participation in […]