ANAHEIM ARTS COUNCIL Information

The Anaheim Arts Council was established in 1977 by the City of Anaheim as an advisory council for arts and culture in Anaheim. The AAC encourages involvement of the community in programs that include culture, dance, drama, heritage, literature, music, and visual arts. The Business Committee of AAC raises funds through its annual dinner and silent auction to award grants to groups to complete art, cultural and historical projects.Seed money grants are also be available, which recipients must repay. Outside grants and sponsor are sought for to support these projects. The Anaheim Arts Council's Children's Festival, held annually each spring, provides a day of free or low cost activities and live performances for children, youth and families. rt in Public Places Recognition Awards are awarded by AAC annually to local businesses and community organizations that provide or promote murals, art in galleries, sculpture and other art forms for public viewing. AAC welcomes nominations for these awards from members of the community. Membership in the Anaheim Arts Council is open to all nonprofit service, cultural, arts and historical organizations that serve the Anaheim area. Interested individuals and businesses are also eligible for membership.