Initiatives

For more than two decades, GBCA has served as a convener, incubator, and champion for programs that strengthen Baltimore's creative community. Our initiatives support artists, cultivate leadership, connect educators, and create opportunities for collaboration across disciplines and sectors. Together, they reflect our commitment to advancing a thriving, equitable, and resilient arts and culture ecosystem throughout Greater Baltimore.

Baker Artist Portfolios & Awards

Baltimore Informal Educators Roundtable (BIER)

Urban Arts Leadership

The Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance provides a free, online portfolio, and financial support to selected Individual Artists through the Baker Artist Portfolios and associated Baker Artist Awards.

Baltimore Informal Educators Roundtable (BIER) serves professionals working with a variety of informal education settings. Our mission is to create a community in which people share ideas and inspiration, grow professionally, and find opportunities for connection and collaboration. We do this through workshops, conversations, and shared exploration of cultural venues and offerings.

OVER TEN YEARS OF STRENGTHENING ARTS LEADERSHIP THROUGH EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Urban Arts Leadership is an example of Change in action

Urban Arts Leadership provides professional development and network building opportunities to empower tomorrow’s leaders.

Urban Arts Leadershipbuilds capacity by connecting fellows to resources and professional development workshops, with a particular focus on racial equity and inclusion.