7 Wilton Arts Organizations Score Funding

WILTON, CT — Seven Ridgefield arts organizations are among the recipients of grants approved by the CT Cultural Fund for historical, music, dance, arts and other cultural organizations.

The grants were awarded by CT Humanities, an independent, non-profit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, to organizations locally and across Connecticut.

The grants are part of the nearly $31 million allocated in 2022-2023 to support CT Humanities’ mission of connecting people to cultural and humanities organizations via grants, partnerships, and collaborative programs.

In Wilton, grant recipients include:

• Carl Schmitt Foundation $5,300
• Friends of Weir Farm National Historical Park $5,400
• Music on the Hill $8,000
• The Wilton Playshop $6,300
• Weir Farm Art Alliance $6,200
• Wilton Historical Society $19,500
• Wilton Singers $5,800

"The arts and culture scene in district, and in Connecticut, are just a few of the many great aspects of our state," said State Sen. Ceci Maher, who represents the 26th District. "So many lives are enriched by arts and culture. Whether one participates, or they love to appreciate great art, these grants will help to further the inspiring and creative work being done by those contributing to the arts and culture scene and provide the public with access to art, history and culture."