Creative Scotland supports the cultural and creative sectors across all parts of Scotland. We support culture and creativity in Scotland as a development organisation, a funder, an advocate, and as a public body that seeks to influence others to increase opportunity and maximise the impact our resources can offer.
As a Non-Departmental Public Body, we are sponsored by Scottish Government and Scottish Ministers, with funding from both the Scottish Government and the National Lottery.
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The Illustrated Freelancer's Guide
An insightful and engaging resource for artists, makers, writers and other creatives working freelance in Scotland, now updated for 2026/27.
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Showcasing Scotland
Projects that showcase Scotland's arts, screen and creative industries to the rest of the world.
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Open Funding
One of our key funding routes, supporting the wide range of activity initiated by organisations, artists, writers, producers and other creative practitioners in Scotland.
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Research
View research and evaluation reports produced by Creative Scotland and external organisations, or sign up for our dedicated research newsletter, the Research Round Up.
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Read our Climate Emergency and Sustainability Plan
Latest News
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“Here Comes the Fun”: Celtic Connections presents 2027 programme powered by spirit of discovery
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Paisley prepares to celebrate MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards
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Aberdeen’s WayWORD Festival returns to amplify diverse voices and break down barriers to culture
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Edinburgh’s International Poetry Festival, Push the Boat Out, launches 2026 programme with a weekend of poetry and performance
