About

The Power of Arts and Culture

our mission

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing exists to support, strengthen and promote arts, culture and creativity in the Capital Region.

OUR vision

Transforming communities and lives through the power of creative expression.

OUR VALUES

We believe in both the intrinsic and the instrumental value of the arts. We believe that the arts foster civic engagement, stimulate economic activity and increase cultural empathy. To us, this plays a crucial role in sustaining thriving communities.

We believe that our region, our communities, and our neighborhoods can be strengthened and transformed by working collaboratively and creatively.

We believe that the arts articulate, preserve and perpetuate our shared histories and cultures while presenting new and unique perspectives that will continue to evolve our community.

We believe in art for all - everyone deserves equal access to a full, vibrant creative life, which is essential to a healthy and democratic society.

OUR PILLARS

EDUCATE

Strengthen the capacity for artists, arts and cultural organizations, educators, students, and festival organizers by fostering their professional development.

ADVOCATE

Strive to keep the arts strong and vibrant in the Capital Region by serving as an advocate for their value.

COMMUNICATE

Promote events, artists, resources, and opportunities in support of arts, culture, and creativity in the Lansing Capital area.

COLLABORATE

Form partnerships and collaborative relationships that position arts and culture as integral to developing creative communities.

CELEBRATE

Recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements within the arts and cultural sector through grant-making, public recognition, and events.

ADMINISTRATE

Be an innovative and creative organization that draws its strength on being sustainable and maintaining the highest professional standards in its internal operations.

Read Our Full Plan

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing Diversity & Inclusion Committee’s mission is to cultivate opportunities which will maximize the natural and dynamic relationship among arts, culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing works to create an inclusive culture that represents the diverse population of our region. Ensuring that our calls to artists and our funding opportunities are accessible to all is the foundation of our mission. We were honored to be part of the Arts and Culture workgroup in setting goals for the Mayor’s 2021 Racial Justice and Equity Report and will continue to educate ourselves regarding best practices for accessibility and inclusion.

Read The Report