Why we're here

Created in 1996, the mission of the Starkville Area Arts Council (SAAC) is to build a strong, creative, connected community through the arts. All of our work, from the Cotton District Arts Festival to after-school programs and outreach, is guided by two fundamental principles:
  1. Art education builds well-rounded, creative problem solvers.
  2. Cultural growth leads to economic impact: art is a workforce development tool. 
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AiPP Exhibit and Reception

Our next AiPP Exhibit features works by SAAC Teaching Fellow and Artist Bonnie Renfroe.  Join us for a reception on Oct. 4 at 5:30 pm!

SAAC Artist Store

We're starting a new project, the SAAC Artist Store at our new address 122 E. Main St! Learn more and apply below! Open NOW!

Tailgate the Town

Join us for Tailgate the town on Friday, October 7 from 11-2! Taste some samples of of recipes from "Arts & Eats". Wear Maroon and get 10% off Cookbooks and Art from our collection.

We need your input!

We need your input on the future of public art in Starkville! What do you like about what we currently have? What do you want to see in the future? Let us know below!

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Are you a potter, painter, photographer... or any other artist? Interested in a reading or a one-person show or submitting a mural?
122 E Main Street
Starkville, Mississippi 39759
arts@starkvillearts.org
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662.268.8374
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: SAAC is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, operation of programs, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for the public, all members of our staff, volunteers, vendors, and artist communities.