Cultural Council

About

The Woburn Cultural Council is composed of nine volunteers who promote the work of the Council, create and communicate Council Priorities and Guidelines, and follow the Mass Cultural Council’s Annual Calendar.

Council Priorities

Cultural Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Projects that elevate the voices and experiences of historically marginalized groups to highlight the current and historical diversity of Woburn. We welcome applications from all artists and performers; however, preference will be given to those based in Woburn and to programs or performances that directly benefit Woburn residents. The Woburn Cultural Council will review all applications after the application window has closed.

Council Guidelines

The Woburn Cultural Council supports community cultural projects through its two grant programs, the LCC and the Field Trip grant programs. The Massachusetts Cultural Council is the governing organization from which funds are derived. The Commonwealth has guidelines to which the local council must adhere. Woburn’s guidelines are in addition to those of the state. The Woburn Cultural Council Guidelines are specific criteria that Woburn’s local cultural council has determined will enhance and encourage cultural events within our community. The Cultural Council will do its best to fund projects that benefit the greatest number of people, while offering variety to all ages.

1. All applications must be submitted via the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s web-based portal.
2. Applicants should have an arranged handicap accessible venue for their activity and date or general timeframe.
3. Priority will be given to local artists/performers.
4. Grantee must include the Massachusetts Cultural Council logo and a statement acknowledging that “The project is supported by the Woburn Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council,” in all promotional material/publicity.
5. Reimbursement forms must be submitted to the Local Cultural Council within 1 year of the application being awarded.

Important Dates

Application Opens: September 1, 2026

Massachusetts Cultural Council – Local Grants Info Session:  September 10, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Woburn Cultural Council Open House: October 1, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Woburn Public Library

Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

Grant Decisions Made: January 15, 2027

Links to Resources

Massachusetts Cultural Council: http://massculturalcouncil.org

The Application Process: http://www.massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process/

How to Apply for Grant (Mass Cultural Council YouTube Video): https://youtu.be/5V42DnjQyAE