The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council is the region’s Local Arts Agency
Founded in 2005 after the merger of ProArts and the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Alliance, the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council is the Local Arts Agency serving Southwestern Pennsylvania, with a primary presence in Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh.
Our Mission
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council builds a more resourced, connected, and informed arts sector, empowering artists and arts organizations throughout Southwestern PA.
By sharing resources, fostering significant relationships, leading advocacy initiatives, and increasing public awareness of arts and culture, the Arts Council cultivates a thriving, vibrant arts community for the Greater Pittsburgh region.
Our Vision
Pittsburgh is a contemporary global city where the artistic process is valued, supported, and thrives.
Our Values
- Connectedness
- Transparency
- Equity
- Courage
- Adaptability
- Curiosity
5 Goals for the Next 5 Years
The Arts Council has set five goals for the next 5 years, spanning fiscal years 2025-2029:
Restore credibility in The Arts Council by providing proactive and responsive communications with the community
Operationalize transparency, goal-setting, metrics, and accountability
Become the authoritative information source on the arts in Southwestern PA
Create compelling membership benefits with direct impact for artists, arts administrators, and arts organizations in Southwestern PA
Increase financial and staff capacity
More details can be found in our Strategic Plan Report and/or our Strategic Plan Highlights.
Honoring 20 Years of Advocacy, Connection, and Change
2025 marks an extraordinary milestone for the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council: 20 years of fostering and championing the arts in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Now, we’re asking for your help as we embark on our next chapter.