The Arts Center of Brazos Valley, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1970 by a group of visionary local arts patrons with the purpose of establishing a leadership role in organizing local arts advocacy efforts and fostering a true community for the arts. Over 50 years later, the Arts Center has grown to serve the 5,000 square mile Brazos Valley region and, since 2008, has provided over $4,000,000 in direct funding support to arts organizations throughout the Brazos Valley. Founded in 1970, the Arts Center has grown to be the leading advocate for arts and culture in the Brazos Valley. With a driving mission of making art accessible to all residents and visitors of the Brazos Valley, they have forged a dynamic and multifaceted arts and culture enterprise. From providing a central location for the arts with their art galleries and visitor center, which include artist studios and more, the services and opportunities provided to the public, artists, as well as affiliated nonprofit arts organizations are abounding. From our A.R.T. for Life program that serves youth in juvenile detention to Summer Art Camps and Artist Residency programs to Artist Connect, which places artists in title 1 schools in the Brazos Valley, the Arts Council continuously strives to empower the community through art. An all-volunteer board of directors governs the Arts Council. Daily operations are managed by a small but dedicated staff, with assistance from a rotating team of interns, many arts-passionate community volunteers, and a team of contracted artists, all with extensive experience in fine arts, culture, and nonprofit arts management. Visit the Arts Council's website to learn more and see how you can get involved!