The Arts, Hancock County celebrates the value achieved by a diverse community both as citizens and within the arts. We believe diversity makes our community stronger, more vibrant, and immensely more interesting. When we are diverse, we are more creative, more imaginative, and more powerful.  Hancock Arts is committed to equality and seeking out under-represented populations as we strive to integrate art into the fabric of our community. 

The Arts, Hancock County believes that:

• Artists and art supporters have the power to inspire social change.
• Being committed and accountable creates a welcoming path to everyone interested in the arts while acknowledging their individual knowledge and experiences.
• Striving to support creativity and continual learning strengthens our community and citizens.
• The disparity of access to publicity funded services, including the arts and culture, should not stand in the way of helping others gain access to services that make t
  Realizes the disparity of access to publicly funded services, including arts and culture.  We are committed to helping other gain access to services and to making them feel appreciated and welcome in our art community.  
• Will work to break down barriers in order to provided equal access to the arts.