The Chenango Arts Council vision is to facilitate the discovery of the arts in everyday life.
The mission of the Chenango Arts Council is to support life-enriching art throughout the greater Chenango region.
Thirty reasons why the Arts Council has been an important feature in the county these past 43 years: Enriches the cultural life of our community · Brings generations together · Provides support and opportunity for artists · Keeps young adults engaged and interested · Surprises us · Promotes understanding · Broadens horizons · Creates an environment to build economic prosperity · Offers Scholarship Awards for high school seniors · Brings visitors to the county · Encourages us to get out of the house · Improves our health · Sharpens our senses · Sparks the imaginations of children · Encourages dialogue · Strengthens values · Connects us with the rest of the world · Provides guidance and resources to other arts organizations · Teaches us · Provides a performance space for the community. · Dispels myths - or resurrects them · Purchases goods and services from local businesses · Brings world class performers to Chenango County · Makes lasting memories · Encourages the recognition of excellence · Diversifies the community · Builds connections with the community · Open student’s eyes to live performances with Theater for Young Audiences · Supports our classroom teachers through Grants for Teachers · Nurtures and supports local arts through Decentralization grants ·
