Governor's Arts Awards

Nominate Iowa artists or artist teams, nonprofits and communities that have made a significant impact on the vitality of the arts in the state. Award categories for 2023 will be shared soon.

Recipients are selected every other year by a panel of Iowa arts and culture professionals. The Office of the Governor of Iowa and the Iowa Arts Council present the awards.

How to Nominate

Submit a nomination by November 1, 2022 for the 2023 Governor's Arts Awards.

Past Award Recipients

Click to view previous recipients of the Governor’s Arts Award.