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Huntsville Arts Commission
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Commission Purpose
The purpose of the Arts Commission is to promote and share the arts and our community heritage at the historic Wynne Home and throughout the community.
Goals & Objectives
To support, encourage, and nourish an environment for the
growth of the broad range of the cultural arts and related humanities in
Huntsville, with the aim of integrating such items and activities into the
total life of this community.
To make recommendations for the responsible and orderly
appropriation and distribution of funds for the support of such items and
activities, whether they are to be carried out by individuals or by
organizations.
To accept contributions, grants, gifts, and transfers from
the private and/or public sectors to support such items and activities.
To seek the commitment and cooperation of business,
educational institutions, and other organizations and individuals in the areas
of funding, facilities, program coordination, and media support.
- Hears ideas for funding for the arts
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Determines annual budget for the arts (subject to the approval of Council)
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Provides leadership to private organizations in the community for the promotion of the arts in Huntsville.
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Maintains the City's art collection
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Applies for grants
Mission
The Mission of the Huntsville Arts Commission is to enhance the quality of life in Huntsville by supporting, encouraging, and nourishing the cultural arts for our diverse community.
The Arts Commission is made up of 9 commissioners. All members are arts advocates appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Huntsville City Council.
Funding
The Commission supports arts organizations with funding for worthwhile projects. It also supports and contributes to downtown revitalization and oversees the historic Wynne Home Arts Center.
Funding for organizations is provided by the City of Huntsville, through hotel and motel tax revenues, grants and gifts. The determination of recipients for funding is decided, through a competitive process, by the Huntsville Arts Commission, with the approval of the Huntsville City Council.
Any non-profit organization is eligible for assistance. Individuals may apply for funds, but in some cases must apply under the umbrella of a tax-exempt organization. All projects submitted for assistance must have a local applicant.
Contact
For information pertaining to the Huntsville Arts Commission, please contact Sarah Faulkner, Cultural Services Manager at 936-291-5422.
Contact Us
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Angela Robinson
Events Coordinator
Peyton Conley
Administrative Assistant
Wynne Home Arts & Visitor Center
1428 11th Street
Huntsville, TX 77340
Phone: 936-291-5424
Hours
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Offices will be closed at the current City Hall location at 1212 Avenue M
Offices at City Hall are moving to a new location and will be closed at the current location, 1212 Avenue M starting Friday, January 27th and will be open at the new location at 1220 11th Street starting on Monday, January 30th. Read on...