Columbus Arts Council

Nonprofit  Art Gallery,  Venue,  &  Stage 

Where art brings us together.

For more than 60 years, the Columbus Arts Council (CAC) has been enriching the quality of life in Columbus and Northeast Mississippi through the arts. Started in 1965 and incorporated as a Nonprofit in 1971 , we have connected people of all ages through visual art, music, education, performances, and creative experiences that inspire, educate, and bring our community together.

Located in the historic Rosenzweig Arts Center, the CAC is home to rotating art exhibitions, concerts, workshops, film screenings, classes, and community events that celebrate creativity in all its forms. Whether you're discovering a new artist, taking your first painting class, or attending a gallery opening, there's always something happening here.

We believe the arts make our community stronger. They spark curiosity, tell our stories, support local artists, bring people downtown, and create spaces where everyone feels welcome. That's why we're committed to making the arts accessible, engaging, and inspiring for people of all ages.

Today, the Columbus Arts Council is proud to serve not only as a gallery and performance venue, but as a gathering place where creativity and community come together. Through partnerships with local schools, businesses, organizations, artists, and supporters, we're helping shape a more vibrant future for Columbus and the region.

Whether you're visiting for the first time, becoming a member, volunteering, or supporting our mission, you're part of the story we're creating together. We invite you to stop in, get involved, and experience all that the Columbus Arts Council has to offer.