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Mission Statement

The Mission Statement of the EAAC is to weave the arts into the community for growth and enjoyment.


Annual Strategic

The annual strategic plan is to act as a gateway to the arts and basically exist as an educational outreach platform for this community. The goals are to support visual art exhibitions, performances and educational programs to encourage the development of local cultural programs. The outcomes of the EAAC programs benefit both individuals and communities. The EAAC sponsors art exhibits, performances, art education programs and demonstrating artists to name a few. The EAAC encourages people to explore and develop their artistic and creative interests. These efforts induce cross-cultural relationships among diverse populations, other arts organizations, educators, local businesses, local government and volunteers. These relationships in turn result in broader awareness and the creation of new opportunities for artists, educational programs, community development activities, funding opportunities and exhibition facilities. Founded in 2002, Eufaula Area Arts Council is headquartered in Eufaula, Ok.



Programming Goals

Festivals, Concerts, Plays, Poets, Dance, Other Performing Arts and/or Exhibits (approximately 50% of volunteer hours and programming dollars): promote community involvement in arts activities. When possible the cultural diversity of this area will be highlighted. Audience development for these activities will include programming to increase tourism. Consideration will be given to discounted tickets or fees as needed for broader participation. When possible these events will be co-hosted with other non-profit agencies.

Classes, Workshops, Lectures, Tours, Assembly Programs, Art in Schools
(Approximately 50% of volunteer hours and programming dollars): establish regular instruction in classrooms, workshops, lectures and fours for the members of the community. Coordinate Artist-in-Residency programs. Youth Art Shows, after school activities and summer youth art camps or similar activities. Promote and enhance summer arts involvement targeting youth and tourist participation. When possible these events will be co-hosted with other non-profit agencies


First year profile

First year profile was to sponsor a community exhibit at the local library featuring artwork from local homes. The EAAC received a Gelvin Foundation Grant to sponsor student scholarships for those who are on free or reduced lunches at school to participate in Eufaula Summer Arts. The EAAC also received a Government Challenge Grant from the Oklahoma Arts Council, The Nat’l Endowment for the Arts and the City of Eufaula to form community collaborations to promote the arts in their activities

Immediate goals and objectives

Immediate goals and objectives are for the coming months are to sponsor after school programming in the spring and when possible involve the community at large for example a "Eufaula Souled Out Blues" on the lake in town, continue the Kids Fest to kick off Summer Arts and summer tourism.


Long-range goal

Long-range goals are to acquire a long-term lease (99 years) of the 1939 WPA Recreational Facility and surrounding grounds in Eufaula or a permanent home somewhere in the Lake Eufaula area. Search and apply for grants to upkeep this facility and if possible update and improve the area to include year around use of its amenities. Establish a permanent area to support a broad range of artistic educational programs and projects that preserve, produce, or present traditional or contemporary arts.

Reasons to belong to Eufaula Arts

  • You can have program input
  • Help set performance standards
  • Help decide what new services you want to provide
  • You love the arts
  • You feel you have contributed to society
  • You will have social interaction
  • You will be a part of simulating activities
  • You have retirement panic
  • You need to get out of the house
  • You like being a leader in your community