​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 Area 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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Conference Registration Coming Soon!

The Conference will be Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2, 2019. Watch for details!

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Ames Community Arts Council to Host Member Appreciation Gathering

The Ames Community Arts Council will host their annual Member Appreciation gathering on Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Morning Bell Coffee Roasters in downtown Ames [111 Main St.]. Ames Community Arts Council members and potential members are invited to meet the Board of Directors, share their ideas, and enjoy each other’s company. There will be an opportunity to begin or renew membership onsite, if desired.
 
This event is free. Refreshments will be provided. An RSVP is not required, but guests who are planning to attend are welcome to e-mail info@amesart.org. Please invite your friends and family – the more, the merrier!
 
The Ames Community Arts Council is dedicated to celebrating the arts in Ames. To this end, we strive to bring people together through the arts, and to increase arts awareness, collaboration, participation, and education.​ We sincerely appreciate the support of our members, donors, and the Ames community that allows the Arts Council to thrive.
 
This event is made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts (COTA). For more information, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by e-mailing info@amesart.org, visiting the website at www.amesart.org or calling 515-233-6110. 

​Thanks to the Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau for supporting the 2018 Studio Tour!
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