ADULT ART CLASSES
Introductory art and craft classes have been offered to adults since 1998. Handcrafting with the Masters are Saturday classes that take place in the fall and winter.

FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOWCASE
An event with a 35 year-history, our annual Showcase features excellent arts and crafts from throughout the region. The event takes place on Main Street in downtown Brevard, in conjunction with the Heart of Brevard's annual 4th of July Celebration and the Transylvania Region AACA Classic Car Show.

NUMBER 7 FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS COOPERATIVE
A retail operation run by a cooperative of 20+ Transylvania County artists, located in the former Arts Council building on East Main Street.

OTHER PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Kids' Art Day , SOS after-school, Fine Arts Auction, Summer Arts Camp, Holiday Tour of Homes, Art Mart

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. How long has TC Arts been in existence?

We were incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization as the Festival of the Arts in 1972 . In 1983, when our programs and services were expanded, our name was officially changed to the Transylvania County Arts Council. We are now doing business as Transylvania Community Arts Council.

2. Where are you located?

The Transylvania Arts Council office and gallery space are located in the Transylvania Community Arts Center at 349 South Caldwell Street (directly behind the Cardinal Drive-In). What once was the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, has been our home since mid-1999. You're very welcome to stop by: The gallery is open to the public weekdays, 10 am - 4 pm. Groups may rent our community spaces for meetings, classes, and performances. TC Arts also operates a cooperative of Transylvania County Artists at the #7 Arts Gallery on East Main Street across from the Courthouse.

3. Who is on your staff?

We have two staff members: Executive Director Tammy Hopkins oversees fundraising and the operations of the Arts Council; Assistant Director Michel Robertson oversees TC Arts finances, special events and membership development; and we have a Volunteer Coordinator, Barbara Fitzpatrick, who is in charge of volunteer schedules, ticket sales and program registrations.

4. What about your Board?

As a nonprofit organization we have a Board of Directors, consisting of 20 County residents from a range of backgrounds. Our 2007-08 President is Ellen Harris. Other board members include: Mark Burrows, Ann DerGara, Mimi Haston, Carlene Jerome, Gail McCarty, Gordon Murray, Sue Rossman, Bob St. Clair, Janie Sargent, Joan VanOrman,  Ed Coye, Kitty Hill, Lynn Goldsmith, Mary Lynn Manley, Juan Martinez, Sean Parrish, Amy Fisher, Prentiss Brewer and Betsy Vingle.

5. Do you have volunteer opportunities?

Yes, yes, yes! In fact, we couldn't exist without the hard work and dedication of hundreds of volunteers. With tasks ranging from receptionist duties to exhibit hanging to ticket taking to transporting performers ... well, you get the point ... we have plenty of opportunities for everybody to become involved! If you're interested, please contact us .

6. How are you funded?

Annual contributions by individuals in our community are our largest source of funds. Arts Council member receive benefits such as discounts on performances and classes, depending on their level of giving. The Arts Council also receives partial funding for programs through grants from Transylvania County School District and the North Carolina Arts Council. We also seek sponsorships for specific programs and projects and earn some income from our programs and gallery sales. 

To become a member of the Arts Council, to sponsor a particular program in the schools or gallery, or to learn about our Endowment Fund please contact Tammy Hopkins.

Transylvania Community Arts Council
349 South Caldwell Street
Brevard, North Carolina 28712
828-884-ARTS (2787)  tcarts@citcom.net

Transylvania Community Arts Council is a nonprofit organization with the mission to “celebrate and nurture the creative spirit in Transylvania County.”