Presented by Monmouth Arts and supported by funding through the NJEDA’s A.R.T. – Phase II Grant Program
In December of 2025, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) approved $15 million in grant awards to 39 organizations under Phase II of the Activation, Revitalization, and Transformation (A.R.T.) program. The A.R.T. program delivers essential grant funding to local arts and cultural organizations for initiatives that boost foot traffic, support small-business growth, and strengthen economic resilience in local communities.
Monmouth Arts, Monmouth County’s leading nonprofit arts organization, was awarded funding as one of the recipients of the A.R.T. Phase II grant to help drive this mission in Monmouth County through the Culture Around the Corner festival.
Culture Around the Corner is a three-day celebration of arts, food, and discovery that showcases the diverse cultures of Long Branch and Monmouth County, NJ. Through the program, Monmouth Arts continues its mission to strengthen community identity, support local artists, and showcase Monmouth County as a hub for creativity, diversity, and cultural exploration.
