What Is BOPA?
What Is BOPA?
Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA) is an independent 501©(3) nonprofit organization which serves as Baltimore City’s arts council, events center, and film office. By providing funding and support to artists and arts organizations, as well as producing cultural events across the city, BOPA’s goal is to make Baltimore a more vibrant and creative place to live and work.
Powered by BOPA
In collaboration with various partners, stakeholders, organizations, and communities, BOPA produces a great number of civic events, cultural activities, & arts festivals throughout the year, including Artscape, Baltimore Book Festival, The Baltimore Farmers’ Market, Open Studio Tour Weekend, and Free Fall Baltimore. BOPA also coordinates the fireworks for Baltimore City’s New Year’s Eve and Fourth of July celebrations.
Festivals & Events
Managed by BOPA
On behalf of the city, BOPA manages several cultural buildings in and around Baltimore, including The Cloisters, Top of the World Observation Level, School 33 Art Center, and Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower. In addition to stewarding these iconic spaces, BOPA uses them to promote cultural tourism by hosting artist exhibitions and special events.
Landmarks & Galleries
Awarded by BOPA
Prizes awarded by BOPA include the Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize, Municipal Art Society of Baltimore Artist Travel Prize, Baltimore Screenwriters Competition, and the Maryland Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. BOPA also annually awards various grants to individual artists and arts organizations to support the city’s cultural ecosystem.
Prizes & Grants
QUESTIONS?
Got questions or concerns about BOPA?
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Explore available resources for artists in Baltimore City, including grants, art prizes, mural projects, and more.
Explore available resources for artists in Baltimore City, including grants, art prizes, mural projects, and more.
Artist Resources