The Arts Council, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable arts organization located in Gainesville, Georgia. Serving Northeast Georgia, The Arts Council, Inc. was originally founded in 1970, as the keeper and creator of the community’s arts calendar and newsletters. Today, it is one of Georgia’s leading arts organizations.

It promotes over 30 regional arts affiliates, presents a broad spectrum of performing, visual, literary arts and film programs, and provides many other services that also support its mission. The Arts Council is funded by individuals, corporations, foundations, ticket revenue, and facility rental income.