A Bright Future for Arts and Culture in Nassau County
For the past 15 years, the artistic and cultural landscape on Amelia Island has exploded while driving economic growth. This success has been bolstered by the support of Arts and Culture Nassau and the outstanding programs presented by local arts organizations.
In October, the County Commissioners acknowledged the evolving needs of Nassau County and designated the former Arts and Culture Nassau, now a new nonprofit, as the official County Local Arts Agency. With this transition, Arts and Culture Nassau becomes the Nassau Council of Arts and Culture, placing a renewed focus on promoting the arts throughout the county.
What This Means for Nassau County
Reflecting direct community feedback from the Vision 2050 survey, the Nassau Council of Arts and Culture will bring forward new arts and culture initiatives for residents, businesses, and visitors across Nassau County. Key goals include:
- Enhanced Grant Funding: Increasing grant support for existing arts and culture organizations in Nassau County.
- New Venues and Partnerships: Partnering with public and private entities, including the greater county and the Wildlight community, to explore the development of theaters, performance spaces, galleries, studios, and museums.
- Westside Arts Alliance: Establishing a Westside Arts Alliance to connect Amelia Island’s creative forces with the rest of Nassau County.
- Historical Preservation: Collaborating with the Yulee Historic Council and Wildlight to establish a living history museum.
- Arts Education and Scholarships: Expanding after-school arts programs for all elementary schools in Nassau County and introducing arts and music scholarships for middle and high school students.
- Public Art Initiatives: Enhancing public spaces with art that enriches community life, instilling pride and a sense of place throughout Nassau County.
For further information, contact:
Richard Restiano, president, Nassau Council of Arts and Culture, Inc.
815-579-1677
Email: [email protected]
