About the Arts Council

Where Community and Culture Connect

The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County (North Carolina) was founded in 1973. As a link between artists, arts and cultural organizations and the community, the Arts Council administers programs in partnership with a variety of local agencies to stimulate community development through the arts.

The Arts Council's 2019-2020 Annual Report

Mission Statement
The Arts Council supports individual creativity, cultural preservation, economic development, and lifelong learning through the arts.

As the primary steward of public and private funding for arts, cultural and historical activities in the Cape Fear Region, the Arts Council and the agencies it supports shall be known for these core values:

Excellence
in artistry and content of programs and presentations
Accountability
through best practices as non-profit organizations
Transparency
in operations and decision-making
Collaboration
with many partners to leverage financial resources and expertise, and to build community consensus around cultural activities
Innovation
as leaders in creatively enhancing the reputation and vitality of our city and county with a national and international audience