when we explore together, we create exponentially.
Inspiring a community renaissance through the creative arts. Hyper-local in its roots.
Wholly global in its reach.
OUR IMPACT
Every year since 2018, MAP360 has produced landmark public art,
funded artists, enriched students, and archived community stories.
CURRENT
We're Back! Kress Community Room re-opening: April, 2026!
THE ROOM WHERE IT HAPPENS.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION.
4.25.26 @ 5PM
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Three micro grants to be awarded
What Happens When We Wonder Together?
MAP360 invites Montgomery artists and creatives to apply for the 2026 2Gether Collaboration Grant, fostering bold collaborations that champion local culture and empower communities while enhancing career sustainability through creative partnerships.
In person Q&A Session Kress on Dexter
April 15th @6PM
Hosted conversation to assist with application process.
​Application period March 23- April 30th.
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MAP360 Films SEARCHING FOR SIMORGH & DNA
at Creative Placemaking Communities summit MEMPHIS, TN
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Stories of Montgomery's griots and creative catalysts are being told at the 2026 Creative Placemking Summit, April 22nd in Memphis TN. Building Bridges on Screen: Documentary Stories of Place in the South, is a multi-documentary program that uses the unique storytelling power of film to highlight the impactful work of creative placemakers in the South and Appalachian regions and to inspire more creative placemaking efforts in the future.​ Programmed in three distinct parts, each section focus on themes focused on community, social impact and connection through the lens of arts. Special thanks to MAP360's Joyce Vaughn, 21 Dreams & Culture Founder Kalonji Gilchrist, artist Milton Madison and King's Canvas Founder Kevin King for leading the "work" and sharing our stories!
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EXPRESS YOUR INNER CHILD.
4.25.26 @ 10am
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MAP360 programs
MAP360 believes that community transformation begins with a story.
Not a strategy. Not a plan. A story.
Our programs reflect that.
Catalyzing careers
grants, artist residency, sponsored
gallery exhibitions and more
CONNECTING COMMUNITY
Gathering together in shared
experience to strengthen community
Championing culture
building local and global bridges that foster human affinity,
opportunity and peace
MAP360 believes that when communities own their narratives, they own their futures. And when their stories reach the world, the world is changed by them.​
