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The Shiawassee Arts Center
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Established in 1972, the Shiawassee Arts Council moved into its present
location at the Shiawassee Arts Center in 1989 with the generous support of the City
of Owosso.
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Located in Curwood Castle Park overlooking the Shiawassee River, the
Arts Center serves as a showcase for the work of area, statewide, and national artists. It
also serves as a meeting place, classroom, and workshop area and arts information center
for Shiawassee County residents.
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Membership is open to all interested persons and includes full member
benefits.
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Governed by a board of directors.
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SAC Staff.
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Mission Statement
| The purpose of the Shiawassee Arts Council is to sponsor and encourage participation and appreciation of the arts in Shiawassee County and its surrounding area. The SAC may research, plan, develop and present quality arts and cultural activities that educate, entertain and enhance the quality of life in our community. |
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The Shiawassee Arts Center offers ...
| Monthly Art Exhibits in the Main Gallery with "Meet the
Artists Receptions" |
| The Frederick C. Frieseke Gallery
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| Artist Opportunities
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| An Artists Consignment Gallery |
| Annual "Christmas At The Center" Show, Unique Holiday Gifts, over 80 artists |
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"Gallery On the Go" Art Appreciation - Program for Shiawassee County Grade
School Students and Senior Citizens |
| Annual six-week "Lunchtime Film Series" |
| "Art In The Park" during Curwood Festival |
| Annual Juried All Media Art Competition for Michigan Artists |
| Annual "Celebration of the Arts & Garden" Co-Sponsor |
| Annual Countywide High School Art Show |
| Annual Scholarship Show with up to $2,000 awarded to talented young area artists |
| Special Projects such as the Saginaw Symphony Concert, ARTRAIN and the Michigan Opera
Theatre |
| Parent organization to The Owosso Community Players and Owosso Musicale. |
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