Stories + News

For the 21st year of the program, 21 new pairs were awarded

In light of this year’s movements responding to over-policing and the global conversation on how we can dismantle white supremacy in all our institutions, the Alliance for California Traditional Arts calls on our supporters and constituents to support campaigns that reallocate funding to basic human needs…

We are excited to welcome Nestor Guerrero to the ACTA team as the Sounds of California Archives and Media Intern based in Los Angeles! Nestor will be working with our LA team on our Sounds of California: Boyle Heights program, assisting…

Zakarya and Naomi Diouf of Oakland and Hugo Morales of Fresno Honored

ACTA Stands in Defense of Black Lives

At ACTA we believe that social distance doesn’t have to mean social isolation. That’s why we have introduced a new series of live videos we are calling Shelter Together, bringing you LIVE performances, demonstrations, and words of wisdom from traditional artists across California on our social media channels!…

In an effort to support traditional artists and organizations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting loss of bookings, programming, and income, ACTA has compiled a shortlist of funding and readiness resources. This page will be updated as new funding and support resources become available.

Exploring Traditional Arts + Health

Building Health Equity on the Bedrock of Traditional Arts and Culture

Sixteen artist pairs awarded

41 organizations recognized statewide

Marcella Lopez-Schmidt Joins the Fresno Office