The Mission of 

The Arts Council of Mississippi County 

is to enhance the quality of life for citizens of all ages by providing arts opportunities, assistance with artist development and utilization of all educational outreach channels to instill arts awareness and development.
The programming nucleus of the organization includes visual arts, theater, music and dance

 

Local artist, -Robert James Phelps, first became active with The Arts Council in 2005 when he put on his first art exhibit, "Art of the Gorilla King."  Since that time he has put on a number of various exhibits displaying his many works of art.
For years -Robert worked with the Arts Council as a volunteer.  In 2008, he made the transition from volunteer to board member. 
In addition to displaying his art work, -Robert has helped teach a summer art workshop for children, appeared on stage at the Ritz as an actor for a number of shows, and has even incorporated poetry and various other forms of writing into his exhibits.
-Robert believes that art plays a large role in society and should be kept alive and strong for future generations.  He hopes to one day become an art teacher himself and to continue to do his part to create a more interesting world.