MEMBERSHIP
Your membership not only supports the arts activities and programs of OCAC but insures quality art enjoyment to the community at large. Today, communities are more aware of the importance and value the nonprofit arts and culture industry holds in their economy, growth and quality of life. It is the cornerstone of tourism, reaffirmed through a study by the Kansas Arts Commission.
All arts means something different to each of us. The commonality it brings is the value and belief that the arts are important to us and to our lives. “Art teaches nothing, except the significance of our life.”
To find out more about becoming a member of the Ottawa Community Arts Council or volunteer opportunities at the Carnegie Cultural Center contact Debra at 785-242-8478 or email at dunlapdebra2@yahoo.com.
Membership Levels
Philanthropist- above $1000
Benefactor- $1000
Partner- $500
Sustainer- $250
Sponsor- $100 A contribution at this level or greater supports our classes and programming
Supporter- $50
Member- $25
Memberships can be sent to:
Ottawa Community Arts Council
PO Box 411
Ottawa, KS 66067
The Ottawa Community Arts Council invites you to enjoy the arts to the fullest by becoming a member. While you enjoy the great benefits, you will also be supporting arts programs in your community.
Thank you for your support!
Area Arts Associates
The Ottawa Art Guild www.ottawaartguild.org
The Ottawa Art Guild is a group of artists who characterize themselves as purposeful and serious in making visual statements. They are interested in developing their individual skills with a variety of fine arts media. The Art Guild is an organization meant to provide aesthetic stimulation and constructive encouragement to its members through exchange, workshops, field trips, working sessions and other shared opportunities. They differentiate themselves from hobby or recreational activities and the so-called “decorative arts” by concentrating on the expansion of their personal viewpoints through the visuals arts and the improvement of their skills in responding to their environment. Our membership is made up of painters in oil, acrylic and watercolor as well as pastel artists, photographers, poets, fiber artists, musicians and other mediums.
Partnering with local businesses and organizations, a variety of member’s artwork can be viewed every day throughout the community. Local Banks, Ransom Memorial Hospital, Franklin County Visitors Center, ACT Ottawa productions and the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce are some of the many places where the public may view member’s artwork for their enjoyment.
Franklin County Shutterbugs www.facebook.com/pages/Franklin-County-Shutterbugs/113491145391798
A branch of the Ottawa Art Guild for artists interested in photography. Meets the third Saturday of the Month at 9:30AM in the basement of the Carnegie Cultural Center, 5th & Main St. Check out their website for monthly photo op excursions and themes.
ACTOttawa www.actottawa.org
ACT Ottawa mission is dedicated to the development of community culture by providing a venue for artists and audiences of any age to experience and enjoy quality live theater. Check out their website for upcoming shows and performance opportunities.
Ottawa Suzuki Strings www.ottawasuzukistrings.org
The Ottawa Suzuki Strings Institute (OSSI) is an ensemble of young violinists, violists, and cellists from two to twenty years of age. These young string players recieve their music education in Ottawa, Kansas, at the Carnegie Cultural Center in a program directed by violinist, Alice Joy Lewis. Their music study is based on the Talent Education approach of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki.
OYAA! : Ottawa Youth Artists Alliance and Youth Arts in Action
The Ottawa Youth Artists Alliance, or OYAA! is a free art club for youth ages 9 to 18 years. Sponsored by the Ottawa Community Arts Council and held in the lower level of the Carnegie Cultural Center at 5th & Main, it meets every Friday from 4-6pm. OYAA! provides a safe place for kids to create art and express themselves while learning about responsibility and creative problem solving. Some activities include: *creating art to sell, *art fundraisers, *painting murals, *art field trips, *youth exhibitions and so much more! To sign up your young artist or for more information call Stephanie at 785-418-5576.
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce www.ottawakansas.org
Ottawa Community Arts Council www.ottawaartscouncil.org
CarnegieCultural Center
501 S. Main
Ottawa, KS 66067
785-242-8478
