Queen Anne's County Arts Council presents:

Who We Are...
What is...

The QACAC was founded in 1977 by a group of concerned citizens who wanted to bring art and cultural events to Queen Anne's County. Its mission and purpose is to promote, expand and sustain the arts in Queen Anne's County. The Arts Council is composed of a Board of Directors who are volunteers, each serving a term of two years. Daily operations are managed by the Executive Director. Funding for the QACAC comes primarily from the following sources:


   
  • Maryland State Arts Council
  • QAC Commissioners
  • Town of Centreville
  • Fund-raising events
  • Memberships
  • Private donations
  • Grants

The Arts Council building is used for performances, educational activities, and receptions. The space is also available to other organizations for meetings and events. The Arts Council building is located at 206 South Commerce Street in Centreville.
What are the major activities...

In accordance with its mission of promoting, expanding and sustaining the arts, the QACAC has developed a variety of initiatives including:

  • Approximately 20% of our budget supports the arts through grant awards to county organizations, associations, and schools

    (Photo: Ginger & David Hildebrand perform music of Colonial Maryland for Students of Sudlersville Elementary as part of the Artists in Education (AiE) grant awarded to county schools by the Arts Council)

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  • Thursdays in the Park free performances take place throughout the county from June through August

  • "Heck With the Malls!" a fun-filled alternative to holiday shopping which showcases area talent.

  • Arts classes, workshops and exhibits

  • Artist profiles - assistance to groups and individuals looking for entertainers

  • Annual fund-raising events, such as the spring Art Auction and Chesapeake Bay Artists & Artisans Art Show and Auction

  • Promotion and publication of area arts events through our quarterly newsletter and calendars of events

  • Professional development opportunities for staff and volunteers of community organizations including an arts funding and programming resource library

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  • Literary programs in cooperation with the Bethesda Writer's Center

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  • $1,000 high school senior scholarship award

    (Photo: Bryan Adomanis received $1000 toward fine art studies at the University of MD)

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    How can I find out about Arts Council activities and programs?

    The QACAC is located at 206 South Commerce Street in Centreville. Program and class schedules, event calendars, our quarterly newsletter, and area arts related activities and performance information are available in our office. If you are interested in being placed on our mailing list, call the Arts Council at 410-758-2520 or email at qacac@intercom.net.

    We encourage artists, residents, and organizations to submit proposals for beginning a new arts venture, or for expanding an existing activity. Promotional, managerial and financial support is available. Contact the QACAC for assistance.

    Instructors interested in presenting arts related workshops or classes are asked to submit a proposal in writing to:

    QACAC
    P.O. Box 218
    Centreville, MD 21617

    or fax at 410-758-1222

    Include class description, dates, cost per student and a resume which describes your experience in the proposed subject.

    Membership...

    Members of the QACAC are placed on our mailing list and receive a newsletter, advance notification of classes and special events such as an Art Auction and the QACAC Annual Dinner held each spring. Members receive discounts on certain classes and programs as well as merchandise and services offered by participating businesses. Contact us for a membership application.

     
    QACAC
    206 S. Commerce St.
    P.O. Box 218
    Centreville, MD 21617
    410-758-2520; 410-758-1222 fax
    qacac@intercom.net
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