What are the Arts Awards?

"On behalf of the Host Committee of the 42nd Annual Arts Awards, I'm honored to invite you to Brighter Together, a celebration of our city's vast cultural accomplishments. This year, we've enhanced what some say is Jacksonville's biggest and brightest night out.

Join me on Saturday, May 5 at TIAA Bank Field's East Club for our awards program and a seated dinner, featuring a delicious meal and table service, followed by a don’t-miss after party.

Our Master of Ceremonies is American poet, playwright, and journalist, Al Letson. Our art installations, created by Castano Group, will be the largest and boldest of any Arts Awards in our 42 year history. After the celebration, swing to the Chris Thomas Big Band and party with our DJ/VJ duo of Geexella and Willie Evans Jr.

The most important part of the night will be reflecting on and celebrating our cultural community, which works tirelessly to make Jacksonville such a great place to live. I look forward to seeing you at this epic event.

Sincerely,

bel Harding
hair, Host Committee 2018 Arts Awards"

This is the second consecutive year in which I have participated in sponsorship/donation of art in support of The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville and I look forward to many more!

It is an honor to be among such movers and shakers, as well as kind philanthropists and advocates in our community. We are indeed, "Brighter Together."

For more info on how you can get involved or participate click here.