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About Us

The Huntingdon County Arts Council (HCAC) was established in 1972 to serve the residents of Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania. Its audience now includes neighboring counties and visitors as collaboration and service expand. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we receive support from local governments, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency, and its membership.

The organization is governed by a board of directors, elected annually with representatives from throughout the county and varied backgrounds. Day-to-day activities are handled by an executive director.

HCAC activities vary throughout the year, and individual programs and projects are subject to funding availability and continuous review. While some HCAC programs have withstood the test of time, others have evolved to meet new needs and conditions. The HCAC encourages partnerships with other organizations or government entities to allow for maximum cooperation and benefit.

In April 2022, the Arts Council purchased the 12th Street Methodist Church at 313 12th Street, Huntingdon, and turned it into the Huntingdon County Arts Center. The Arts Center is home to exhibits, concerts, classes and workshops, and a meeting place for community organizations.

While the majority of HCAC programs are geared towards the enjoyment of the general public, we also serve an active artist community in and around the county. We also strive to provide opportunities for artists, whether providing an exhibit space, selling their artwork at our Art and Holiday Shoppe, serving as a performance venue, or providing instruction at educational events.

Board meetings are held monthly and are open to the membership. Please call (814) 643-6220 for more information or check the calendar for time and location information.

Bylaws

Bylaws undergo regular review and updates. Bylaw changes are advertised to the membership and voted on at the annual meeting.

The most recent HCAC Bylaws 2016.

2023 Board of Directors

Officers
President: Susan Wentzel
Vice President: Teri Smith
Secretary: Susan Simpson
Treasurer: Sean Wood
Pasts President: Larry Mutti

Board Members
Paul Amato
Greg Anderson
Larry Closz
Dave Berger
Renee Berger
James Reeves
Kari Roslund
Barbara Sanchez
Keith Sutton
John Thompson

Executive Director
John Kearns


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Jazz rules the earth, or at least our small corner of it, on April 14 when the Gabriel Herrera Quintet takes the stage at the Huntingdon County Arts Center. The group consists of Gabriel Herrera on trombone, Bob Hart on guitar, Alex Mijangos on bass, Kevin Lowe on drums, and special guest Rick Hirsch on saxophone. Gabriel Herrera is a New York City and (now) State College-based jazz musician and composer. He has performed at a variety of acclaimed venues, such as the Montreux Jazz Festival, the Lincoln Center, and Jazz à Vienne. Members of his group have had extensive experience touring and performing with many well-known performers in the jazz and pop world. Special guest Rick Hirsch is an award-winning composer, arranger, and saxophonist who has written for a variety of jazz icons, including Yosef Lateef and Tito Puente. Tickets are $20 ($16 for Arts Council Members and students) and are available at the Art Center (313 12th Street, Huntingdon) during opening hours (Tuesday-Saturday, 10-5), online at huntingdoncountyarts.com, and at the door. If you like jazz, you won’t want to miss this awesome show! ... See MoreSee Less
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Rakish will perform live at the Huntingdon County Arts Center (313 12th Street, Huntingdon) on Sunday, March 24, at 2 PM. Tickets are available at the Arts Center, at huntingdoncountyarts.com, or at the door. ... See MoreSee Less
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Details and registration for our Summer Art Camp will be available in the next few weeks. Stay tuned. ... See MoreSee Less
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Tickets ($20 general admission, $16 Arts Council members) available at huntingdoncountyarts.com, at the Arts Center, or at the door. ... See MoreSee Less
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