Greenville is gearing up for festival season–and we CAN NOT wait. The Arts Council is helping with a lot of them so be sure to check back regularly for updates on the 36th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues Festival hosted by MACE, the Mighty Mississippi Music Festival AND lastly the Delta Hot Tamale Festival. What do …
BACKGROUND: The Greenville Arts Council is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization in Greenville, Mississippi. The mission of the Greenville Arts Council is to promote the rich cultural heritage of the region and stimulate and encourage cultural activities, arts appreciation, arts education, and the creative works of artists. Some of the responsibilities that define the Greenville …
The Greenville Arts Council announces the opening of “Delta Eats” in the Roger D. Malkin Gallery, on April 26, 2013 from 5-7 PM at the E.E. Bass Cultural Arts Center. This exhibit will feature a variety of works that highlight the culinary arts in the Mississippi Delta. The Southern Foodways Alliance, an institute at the …
It is that time of year again–Art Camp time of year! COST: $80 per session (Non-GAC Member) $70 per session (GAC Member) ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED Art Camp Session I (June 10-14) Morning Session Ages 5-8 (9am-12pm)- SOLD OUT Afternoon Session Ages 9-12 (1pm-4pm) Art Camp Session II (June 17-21) Morning Session Ages 5-8 (9am-12pm) Afternoon …
The Greenville Arts Council represents over 30 years of creativity. We celebrate the arts at every level, by sharing art, teaching art and supporting the efforts of independent artists. Giving is easy and every dollar makes a huge difference. Membership is a great and affordable way to support the work of the Arts Council on …
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The Jake and Freda Stein Hall is a large and elegant space is perfect for weddings, receptions, parties, large meetings, plays, concerts and more. Rental includes tables, chairs, and green rooms. Kitchen and additional rooms are also available for rent. Jake and Freda Stein Hall seats 450 people concert seating and can hold 300 around …
The Greenville Arts Partnership between the Greenville Arts Council, Washington County School Districts and our three community arts partners, Delta Center Stage, Delta Symphony Association and the Delta Children’s Museum, is focused on full arts integration in Washington County elementary schools. To learn more about the Greenville Arts Partnership, visit our program website at http://greenvilleartspartnership.wordpress.com.
The E.E Bass School building is one of the historical treasures of Greenville and the state of Mississippi. The building, built in two phases, housed the original High School and subsequent E.E. Bass Junior High School. The South end of the building, the original Greenville High School, was completed in 1916. In 1929, the E.E. …
After 20 years of sitting idle, Greenville’s 1901 Armitage Herschell Carousel is once again open to the public. The Carousel is housed in the Delta Children’s Museum Pavilion in E. E. Bass Cultural Arts Center in Greenville, MS. The Carousel can be rented for private parties and is open to the public on most Saturdays. …
As you know, a HUGE part of our mission is working with educational organizations to assist them in incorporating the arts into their practices. This means we offered professional development to teachers, model lessons and arts experiences to students. We STRONGLY believe that one way to develop students for the 21st Century workplace they have … Continue reading »
We have been talking so much about festivals the last few weeks we thought it was time to introduce Bridging the Blues. We are so excited to be able to offer a Blues exhibit this year at the E.E. Bass Cultural Arts Center featuring the photography of Billy Johnson and the artwork of Carolyn Norris, … Continue reading »
