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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The Latest News!

Upcoming AiPP Exhibit
The first exhibition in our new space is going up on Sep 23: Zoe Ishee's "Discourse" the Exhibition. Join us for the opening reception on Sep 28 from 5:30-7 pm at Proof Bakery. 
Open Call for AiPP Submissions
Submissions are now open for our next group AiPP Show, our 2024 Annual Winter Showcase. Deadline: October 6, 2024. Read the rules and submit works through the link below!

Art in the Park 

Art in the Park is back! Get the kiddos ready for all the artsy fun on Oct 19 at McKee Park from 9am - 12 pm. Admission is FREE. 
Upcoming Paint Party
Join us for the second annual Thrifted Art Paint Party on Oct 12 from 12 -2 pm at 109 W Main St. Tickets are $10 per person and limited to 15 participants.
More info and tickets below!

Just in case you missed it...

August Updates
It's recap time! August was a month full of exciting transitions and preparation for the fall! We were awarded two grants, had several meetings for our renovation plans, and even held our first meeting for CDAF 2025.

We also finalized and announced all of our events for the fall, and we cannot wait to see you guys around again.

The biggest highlight of the month was appointing Juliette, our former program coordinator, as Interim Executive Director, succeeding Mary Switzer. We wish Mary all the best in her future endeavors.

To cap it all off, renovations officially kicked off at the end of the month. Stick around—big things are ahead!

ALL SUBMISSIONS NOW ONLINE! 

For ALL active SAAC and CDAF submission opportunities,  including Internships, Scholarships, CDAF Villages & Competitions, click on this link below!​
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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!

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Starkville, Mississippi 39760
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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.