Bristol Friends of the Arts

Bristol Friends of the Arts

Bristol Friends of the Arts (BFA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of Bristol area residents by providing opportunities for community members to participate in and appreciate the arts and cultural heritage of our region.

Our programs include the BFA Community Grants Program, the Fine and Performing Arts Mentoring Program, BFA and Sandy Gullikson Scholarships, the instrument rental program, Artists' Alley and special community events like the Giant Palette, Winterlude and Art Walks.

Affiliate programs include Art on Main, the Bristol Historical Society and the Howden Hall Restoration Committee.

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We are pleased to announce the creation of the Bristol Friends of the Arts Community Grants Program.

For consideration in April, submit proposals by April 15.
For October, submit proposals by October 15.

- Awards to high school seniors who excel in the arts
- The BFA instrument rental and group lessons program
- Arts education programs
- Musical presentations and other special events for the community
- Mentorship in the arts
- Art on Main
- The Bristol Historical Society
- The Howden Hall Restoration
- Artists' Alley

BFA-sponsored projects have provided visibility and income for local artists and craftspeople, opportunities for children and young people to develop their artistic talents and find an audience, opportunities for established artists to share their skills and knowledge, and special events like concerts in the Walk Over Gallery.

If you would like to join the Bristol Friends of The Arts Email list and receive newsletter and events updates, type in your email address below.


BFA is committed to maintaining a vital arts community in the Bristol area.  We rely on contributions from the community. Please consider making a contribution. Thank you.

BFA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Rick Ceballos
Pamela Clark
Sylvia Coffin
Linda Cormany
Kit Donnelly
Bob Bernstein, Treasurer
Suzanne Germaine
David Gusakov
Bob Hall
Karen Lueders
Elaine Pentaleri
Louise Vince, Secretary
Carol Wells Past-Chair
Karrin Wilks, Chair

If you have any comments or
questions please contact us.
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BRISTOL FRIENDS OF THE ARTS
25 Main Street
Bristol, VT 05443

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