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Opportunities

We invite you to peruse open and recurring calls with the Boise City Department of Arts & History, as well as regional and national opportunities listed below. Best of luck - let us know if we can be of assistance. 

Open Calls

There are currently no open Boise Arts & History calls. Browse recurring and opportunities below, and check back for upcoming openings.

Recurring Calls, Residencies, and Grants

James Castle House Residencies

The Boise City Department of Arts & History invites local and national emerging and mid-career artists in any creative field to apply for residency at the James Castle House in Boise, Idaho.
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Mayor's Awards for Excellence in Arts & History

Presented every two years, the Mayor's Awards for Excellence in Arts & History celebrates people, organizations, and businesses that contribute to Boise's cultural and creative community.
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Boise City Writer-in-Residence

The Cabin, Boise Public Library, and the Boise City Department of Arts & History invite emerging and mid-career writers to apply for six-month residencies in Boise, Idaho.
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City of Boise Cultural Ambassador

The City of Boise Cultural Ambassador program is designed to share Boise’s cultural and creative community with other cities across the globe and foster connections to global audiences.
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Annual Grant Program

The City of Boise's Department of Arts & History invites the cultural community to apply for the Annual Grant Program.
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City of Boise Careers

The City of Boise is a team of more than 2000 community-serving superheroes, across multiple departments working together to make Boise a city for everyone. With jobs that range from A (airport operations) to Z (zookeepers), we may have the perfect job for you. 

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History

Becoming Boise

A brief overview of the settlement, structure and naming of our city.

People

From the valley's Indigenous peoples, to early settlers and modern-day residents, learn more about the people who have shaped Boise.

Places

Explore Boise's historic sites, cultural hotspots and unique natural setting.

Government

Learn more about the history of municipal government in Idaho's capital city.

Cultural Sites

Saving places of cultural significance, that shaped Boise - past and present

Erma Hayman House

The Erma Hayman House represents the history of the River District and is now home to exhibits dedicated to cultural education

James Castle House

The James Castle House was the home and work place of the titular artist, and now home to the James Castle Residency

Events

Immerse yourself in our rich cultural community at Cultural Site events

Cultural Ambassador Program

Supports the cultural and creative community, acting as Boise's honorary representative to the world, engaging international audiences through public expression of culture

Cultural Planning

We are intentional with our investments, to support sustain and grow a thriving cultural scene in Boise

About Us

Learn more about Boise City Department of Arts & History

Arts & History Commission

The advisory body for the department and appointed by the Mayor

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