ACTA’s website serves as a gateway to help connect some of the state’s exemplary traditional artists and organizations with the general public to build awareness for their artistry, skills, traditions, and communities. Explore our index of nearly 600 artists and organizations funded through ACTA’s Apprenticeship and Living Cultures programs. Read about their work, view photos, video, and more. Browse in alphabetical order below or use the filters to refine your search.

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Xiu Ben Chen

Cantonese Opera Vocal Tradition
Artist
Multi-genre, Music, Oral Traditions/Language
Bay Area

Edrees Osman

Afghan Rhythm & Music
Artist
Music
Bay Area

Shoua Her

Qua Qeej (Hmong Instrument)
Artist
Music
San Joaquin Valley

Andrés Ehecatl Aguilar

Danza Chichimeca-Azteca tradtional regalia/traje making
Artist
Dance, Multi-genre, Visual/Craft/Material Arts
Southern Border

David Bragger

Traditional fiddler and banjoist
Artist
Music
Greater Los Angeles

Xochi Flores

Son Jarocho Zapateado
Artist
Dance, Music
Greater Los Angeles

Eric Hollenbeck

Victorian-era letterpress printing
Artist
Visual/Craft/Material Arts
Northern California

Marcela Pablo Mendoza

Backstrap Weaving - tchumj
Artist
Visual/Craft/Material Arts
Bay Area

Cookie Segelstein

Klezmer music
Artist
Music
Bay Area

Arjun Narayanan

South Asian Mrudangam
Artist
Music
Greater Los Angeles

Mary Cruz

North Fork Mono Basket Weaving
Artist
Foodways, Visual/Craft/Material Arts
San Joaquin Valley

Ajamu Smith

Afro Cuban Batá drumming
Artist
Music
Greater Los Angeles