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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.

2025 Board of Directors

Officers
President: Susan Wentzel
Vice President: Greg Anderson
Secretary: Susan Simpson
Treasurer: Larry Mutti
Executive At Large: Larry Closz

Board Members
Mary Beatty-Sharisky
Dave Berger
Sally Frehn
Robin Binder Heath
Sally Kepple
Jim Latten
Matt Marsden
Barbara Sanchez
Keith Sutton
John Thompson
Alaina Ward

Executive Director
John Kearns

Programming Coordinator
Barbara Sanchez


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🎻 As part of Folk College, a live folk music concert is open to the public. 🪕🪕 The Saturday, May 24 concert features three terrific acts: singer, songwriter, and humorist Jamie Anderson, the fusion of traditional fiddle tunes, jazz, tango, classical, and more with Midnight on the Water, and the music of South & North Americas with Acoustic Nomads. 🎻📌The concert is a 7 p.m. at Halbritter Center for Performing Arts on the Juniata College campus in Huntingdon, PA. 🎟️ Tickets are available in advance (huntingdoncountyarts.com/.../folk-college.../) and at the door. ... See MoreSee Less
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Huntingdon County Arts Council
Join us at Art Walk Huntingdon today and make this cute Yard Bird. From 5 to 8 p.m. at the Huntingdon County Arts Center, 313 12th Street, Huntingdon.And don't miss the chance to check out the other seven participating locations.Art Walk Huntingdon: Thursday, May 15, 5 to 8 p.m. ... See MoreSee Less
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