Lane Arts Council, founded in 1976, is a non-profit organization and provides in-school arts education programs, supports local artists and arts organization, and coordinates community arts programs such as Fiesta Cultural and the First Friday ArtWalk in Downtown Eugene.

Mission — Lane Arts Council cultivates belonging, learning and investment to engage all of Lane County in the transformative power of the arts.

Vision — All arts are deeply embedded in and essential to the social, cultural, educational and economic well-being of greater Lane County.

Values:

• Human-Centered. We are driven by and responsive to the people and relationships that make our work possible and purposeful.
• Equitable. We actively work to support accessibility and belonging in the arts.
• Creative. We believe in creativity as a catalyst and the transformative power of all art forms.
• Inquisitive. We approach our work with courage and vulnerability, ready to learn, adapt and be inspired.
• Accountable. We are responsible for our actions, commitments and decisions and will engage our community with authenticity and humility.

Both Lane Arts Council and Eugene Made focus on fostering a vibrant creative scene here in Eugene! The Council’s support for local artists and artisans aligns with our goals of promoting local makership and a resilient economy in Lane County. We also share a deep passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive creative and business environment that offers greater opportunities for everyone to thrive!

Learn more at lanearts.org.