The Arts Center, also known as the Athens Area Council for the Arts (AACA), is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in McMinn County by providing opportunities for artistic expression and appreciation. Established in 1979, it has grown into a regional arts and cultural hub. The center offers a diverse range of programs including visual and performing arts, exhibitions, educational workshops, classes, and camps for all ages. It features fine art exhibition spaces, a black box theater, rehearsal halls, studios for visual arts and ceramics, and a recording studio. AACA collaborates with local schools and organizations to promote arts education and hosts events such as concert series, theater productions, and art galleries, showcasing local and regional artists. The organization aims to make the healing and transformative power of creative expression accessible to all.
