BIG ARTS 2026 Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship winners

BIG ARTS scholarship winners 2026 -COURTESY PHOTO BIG ARTS honored eight Lee County students with its annual Performing and Creative Arts Scholarships during the Art Vibe celebration on Saturday, June 13, at BIG ARTS. Friends and families of the recipients gathered for the festive evening, which featured student art exhibits, live music, food, drink, art demonstrations, and the presentation of this year s scholarship awards. The BIG ARTS Performing and Creative Arts Scholarships are awarded annually to graduating high school seniors and current higher education students from Lee County who are pursuing careers in the arts. Scholarships range from $2,500 to $5,000 and are paid directly to the recipient s institution, which may be any accredited college or university. This year s awards totaled $35,000, reflecting BIG ARTS deep commitment to investing in the next generation of artists and helping talented young people from our community turn their creative dreams into lifelong careers. T