Peoria-Area Community Impact Guide 2023-2024

ARTSPARTNERS OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS

456 Fulton Street, Suite 300 Peoria, IL 61602 Phone: (309) 676-2787 Website: www artspartners net Facebook: @artspartners Twitter: @ArtsPartnersInc Instagram: @artspartners LinkedIn: @company/artspartners BOARD MEMBERS Frannie Heine, President Hiral Patel Hudson, Vice President Pam Johnson, Treasurer Megan Pedigo, Secretary Mary Jo Papich, Past President Peggy Bonner Kevin Evans Joshua Herman Alexander Martin Ross Miller Michelle Nielsen Ott Joe Spanier Dr Marwin Spiller David Stotz EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Dr Mae Gilliland Wright

Founded in 1999, ArtsPartners of central Illinois, Inc. is a 501(c)3 tax exempt, non-for-profit organization whose mission is to build awareness for and strengthen the arts for the economic and cultural enrichment of Central Illinois.

VISION Our vision is to be the “go-to” resource for arts and culture in central Illinois, and to facilitate partnerships and programs that empower our local arts community and raise awareness for the arts. VALUES At ArtsPartners we believe that a thriving local arts scene contributes significantly to the quality of life and the economic wellness of a region WHAT WE DO We connect people with our unique and diverse cultural arts scene Featuring performances, classes, exhibits, lectures and more, our community arts calendar and arts directory easily connects the public with over 150 local arts organizations and thousands of events each year! OUR CORE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES INCLUDE The Business of Art : This annual one-day event is designed to connect entrepreneurial artists with business professionals who can assist them with establishing or enhancing their businesses

Out and About : In partnership with WCBU, this weekly radio segment features interviews with local arts leaders and performers and is hosted by Executive Director, Dr Mae Gilliland Wright Listen Fridays on 899 WCBU during Morning Edition and All Things Peoria Sky Art Peoria : In partnership with Adams Outdoor Advertising, Sky Art Peoria puts the work of four local artists and two students on 48’ x 14’ billboards that are seen by thousands of local residents Look for new billboards in June! Ignite Peoria : A one-of-a-kind arts and makers festival, this year’s event will happen on August 12 at the Peoria Civic Center and will showcase hundreds of local makers, musicians, artists, innovators, dancers and actors, in an incredible free day of fun and entertainment! DID YOU KNOW? Art is everywhere in central Illinois! Sign up at artspartners net for our weekly arts e-blast and make sure you never miss an event Delivered to your inbox each Wednesday, it is one email you will want to open!

KEY STAFF Dr Mae Gilliland Wright, Executive Director Selena Pappas, Community Engagement Coordinator

HOW TO HELP Get connected with your arts community and with us at artspartners.net! You’ll learn about ways to give, volunteer, and participate in your local arts community.

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