Our Mission

The Arts Council of Livingston Parish is a 501(c)3 non-profit professional arts organization whose mission is to promote art performances, training, and outreach by providing a diverse range of quality programs that entertain, educate and enrich the artistic, cultural and economic vitality of Livingston Parish.

Our goals:

To provide our artists opportunities to exhibit and sell their art in the ACLP gallery and other venues.

To provide "Art in Education" through visual and performing art classes in the elementary schools in Livingston Parish.

To provide visual and performing art instruction at art camps held at the ACLP gallery and "Camp Empowerment" program at the Lockhart Community Center on Martin Luther King Drive in Denham Springs each summer.

To provide visual and performing art classes for adults and children.

SPECIAL Thanks

We are so pleased to announce the renovations on our building have been completed. This much needed improvement would have not been possible without the support of Sherwin Williams, James Drug Store and special expertise of Pam McAllister. Remember to support these local businesses that contribute to the community.

EVENTS

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ANIMALS IN ART

It’s time to put man’s best friend in the spotlight. October is national Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and we want you to join us in celebrating our furry friends through art. Support this amazing cause and come visit the Arts Council of Livingston Parish. The exhibit will be on display for September and October. A portion of art sales on exhibit will benefit the Denham Springs Animal Shelter. Donations for the shelter are also welcomed. Call 225.664.1168 to make an appointment to view the exhibit or visit our website artslivingston.org for more information. To find out more on Adopt a Shelter Dog Month search #adoptashelterdogmonth.

OPEN HOUSE

In conjunction with Customer Appreciation Day in the Denham Springs Antique Village on Saturday, October 3rd, the Arts Council of Livingston Parish will have an Open House from 10:00 until 1:00. The focus of this exhibit is “Animals in Art.” Guests will be asked to cast their vote for the art they deem as Best in Show! In support of our local Animal Shelter, there will be several dogs on site ready for adoption. Donations for the shelter are appreciated!

-----Masks are required to enter the exhibit. -----

Masks Drop Off

The Arts Council of Livingston Parish is a “Drop Off” point for masks you have sewn to assist Hurricane Laura victims fighting the COVID-19 crisis. We are accepting masks for adults and children. Sewing instructions can be found at www.deaconess.com/How-to-make-a-Face-Mask. We will distribute them for you! Drop off times will be Thursdays 10:00–12:00 and Saturdays 10:00–12:00.