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​Welcome to the Ames Community Arts Council

Artists and supporters of the arts, non-profit organizations and businesses have come together as the Ames Community Arts Council since 1976. We are dedicated to building a sense of community and helping artists succeed. We believe that participating in the arts--as audience members, musicians, actors, dancers, writers, makers, volunteers, and more--enriches our lives and our community. 

What we do:
The Ames Community Arts Council is a non-profit 501(c)(3) funded through memberships, donations, and grants, including the City of Ames Commission on the Arts (COTA). The Arts Council is dedicated to celebrating the arts and serving the community. 

Here's a quick look at some things we do:
  • connect you to vocal and instrument concerts, dance and theater performances, visual arts exhibits, unique shopping, cultural events, arts classes and more through our free weekly on-line newsletter and on-line calendar. 
  • organize a monthly “gathering of artists” for local artists of all kinds. 
  • recognize excellence in the arts through the annual Arts Awards Celebration.
  • give you a behind-the-scenes look at local artists' studios with the Ames Artists' Studio Tour.
  • support opportunities that expand learning outside the regular classroom and utilize partnerships with artists / arts organizations through Arts in Education Grants. 
  • provide free art activities for the community.
  • make it easy to find an artist. Member artists are listed with links to their websites and social media pages.
  • provide special benefits for artists, art organizations and businesses and promote arts events of the members through traditional and social media.
  • We collaborate with Ames area organizations to support community activities, like ArtWalk, MusicWalk and more. 

News of the Day:

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November Gathering of Artists features work of Joel Lueck
The pen and ink drawings of artist Joel Lueck will be featured at Mary Greeley Medical Center [1111 Duff Avenue, Ames] for the monthly Gathering of Artists on Tuesday, November 19 from 6 - 7:30 p.m.
 
Joel’s drawings are on display in the east-west hallway, between the main entrance and the west patient discharge area on the first floor. To attend, park in the ramp and enter at the main entrance.

Joel’s work often captures impressions of barns, buildings and settings that appeal to him. “My heart and soul are touched by the Iowa landscape,” says Lueck. “I embrace and cherish the experience of my journey to and through them by drawing them in the permanence of ink.”
 
The gatherings, held on the third Tuesday of each month at various locations, showcase local artists from around the Ames area. Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to meet other artists, get feedback, get inspired, and have fun. The events are free and open to all. Refreshments will be provided.
 
Our next Gathering will be our annual membership appreciation event at Morning Bell Coffee Roasters (111 Main St.) on Tuesday, December 17 from 6 - 8 p.m. Ames Community Arts Council muralist ASPHATE will be in attendance to talk about his work.

The monthly Gathering of Artists is hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts [COTA]. If you would like more information about participating in or hosting a gathering, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by e-mailing info@amesart.org, visiting the website at www.amesart.org, or calling 515-259-0494.
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​Thanks to the Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau for supporting the Inaugural performance in the Goldfinch Room!  
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