GOVERNOR O’MALLEY ANNOUNCES $11 MILLION IN ARTS AWARDS

Grants to 264 Maryland Organizations Maintain Jobs in the Arts Industries

Governor Martin O’Malley today announced more than $11 million in Maryland State Arts Council grants to Maryland organizations and county arts councils, reaffirming his commitment to the arts in Maryland.

 “Our investment in the arts organizations in Maryland is another strategy to strengthen small businesses and create and retain jobs in the creative industries,” said Governor O’Malley. “Support of the operations of these arts organizations stimulates the economy and contributes greatly to the quality of life we enjoy in our State.”