Experience the Arts in Ames

The lively and vibrant arts scene in Ames is reflected by the Ames Community Arts Council, an umbrella organization devoted to celebrating all of the arts and letting you know how to participate!  ACAC can lead you to vocal and instrumental concerts, dance and theater performances, visual arts exhibits, unique shopping, cultural events, arts classes and workshops, and more.

 ACAC offers several methods of learning about arts events and other opportunities in Ames.

1. An office at 312 Main Street (upstairs) provides personal assistance and member brochures. 
2. The ACAC website, www.amesart.org, offers a wealth of information. At the click of your fingertip you will find a calendar of events,  ACAC member arts organizations, businesses and artists (often with links to their websites), and information on becoming an ACAC member. 
3. The ACAC Arts Calendar is published weekly in the Arts and Entertainment section of the Ames Tribune.
4. Other local media including ames365.com offer information.
5. A weekly Arts/Classes Calendar is electronically sent to members.
6. Arts are Here display cases at North Grand Mall highlight upcoming events.
7. Displays at other community events focus on arts experiences.

For several years, ACAC has provided live music to enhance Tune In to Main Street mini-festivals for the entire family held Thursday evenings through the summer. ACAC sponsors the weekly family friendly event in cooperation with the Main Street Cultural District.

ACAC promotes the resonance of music, the allure of culture, the inspiration of studio, the movement of dance, and the spark of education!