National Council on the Arts

The National Council on the Arts is a key advisory group for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), which is a U.S. government agency. It helps promote and support the arts across the nation by providing advice on policies and programs. The council is made up of members appointed by the President, including artists, educators, and arts leaders. They meet to discuss issues affecting the arts and recommend funding for projects that enrich culture, support artists, and engage communities, aiming to increase access to the arts for everyone in the United States.