ABOUT US
Mission
Though every arts council is different, all still have three main duties: advocacy, accessibility, and philanthropy.
The mission of the Asheville Area Arts Council is to keep the arts at the heart of our community. The Arts Council fulfills its mission by supporting arts professionals and businesses in Buncombe County through Advocacy, Public Art, and Services for Creatives.
VISION
Our vision is a strong and sustainable arts sector, with:
- Strong local government and community support, where the arts are valued for their contributions to Buncombe County.
- A well resourced and connected arts sector that works together towards common goals.
- A thriving creative workforce that can afford to live and work in Buncombe County.
- Cultural assets that reflect who we are as a community, that are well maintained, thoughtfully created, and that support local creatives.
- Accessible arts programs where everyone has the opportunity to create and participate in the arts.
- Arts integrated schools, where our youth have the opportunity to experience new cultural experiences and express their creative side.
- An equitable arts sector with low barriers to entry, and wrap around services that are accessible and inclusive.