Arts & Cultural Commission Working Groups

Communications

• Members: Jason Goodrich, Genevieve Aichele, Ken Goldman, Theresa MacDowell
• Primary Goals: Coordinate communications between local arts organizations and artists to increase visibility and inform the community about arts and culture opportunities in Portsmouth and the Seacoast area.
• Current Focus: Getting the word out about ACC!

Collaboration/Resources

• Members: Eli Kaynor, Emma Stratton, Jeffrey Cooper, Karen Rosania
• Primary Goals: Assess the current arts spaces, such as studios, schools, and venues, identify new opportunities for spaces and partnerships, and improve communication about preservation efforts with the community.

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, Inclusion

• Members: Catherine Saarela-Irvin, Jessica Dickey, Linnea Grim, Courtney Perkins
• Primary Goals: Make sure our arts and culture events welcome diverse audiences, help everyone feel included, and address affordability to ensure the arts are accessible to all in our community.