Membership
Join the Prince William County Arts Council
Applications are accepted July 1 through April 30. Memberships must be renewed annually to maintain benefits.
What is the Prince William County Arts Council?
Prince William is dedicated to the promotion of art in all its forms. In 1992, The Prince William County Park Authority, now known as the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation, established The Arts Council to serve to assist in meeting these goals. Over the past 30+ years, the council has grown and developed into a substantial Arts Community. The Mission of the Council is to promote and support local artists and arts organizations and to enlighten and educate audiences about the Arts in Prince William County, the City of Manassas and Manassas Park.
What Can the Arts Council Do For You?
The Arts Council is the one-stop place for information of the Arts in Greater Prince William County. We connect artists to each other and to the community through events like our flagship annual event “Arts Alive” and help to build awareness and audiences for all Arts and Artists. All members are invited to participate in our monthly meetings. PWCAC maintains an events calendar on its webpage that lists the many events our members are hosting, as well as detailed information on our Council programs.
Membership Benefits
Eligibility: Except for Associate Members, members of the Arts Council must be based in Prince William County, Manassas and/or Manassas Park. This means: 1) most programs and performances are held in the Prince William Area, and 2) member organizations are largely based in the Prince William Area.
Basic Membership Benefits:
All dues-paying members of the Arts Council receive the following:
- Send at least 1 representative to workshops and seminars hosted by the Arts Council
- 1 Vote at the Annual Membership Meeting
- Invitation to the Seefeldt Awards for Arts Excellence Ceremony
- Listing in the Arts Council online membership directory and website
- Collaboration with other organizations and individuals in the arts community
- Media promotion of arts-related programs, announcement performances and more
- Eligible for discounted school use rates at PWC Public Schools
- Eligible for discount booking rate on Amphitheater performance at Locust Shade Park, PWC
- Arts Alive! performance opportunity
- Link to organization/business’ website and/or social media profiles on Council webpage
- Reservation of Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza at no cost*
* Regarding the use of the Connaughton Plaza – any PWCAC member who wishes to use the plaza for performance practice/rehearsal must reach out to Cheryl Harris to request the date and time for use. For any reservations less than 4 hours, there is ZERO charge for a group to use the stage. Any length of time exceeding 4 hours will incur a $300 usage fee.
Additional Benefits for All Individual Memberships
- All Basic Membership Benefits Plus
- Eligible to serve on Board of Directors
- Link to organization and business website
- Artist eligible for Technical Assistance Grant (must apply by 10/1)
Individual Membership Cost (Annually)
- Individual Artist – $50
- Friends of the Arts (Individuals, Families) – $50
- Discount for Senior Friend of the Arts (Age 65+ individuals or families) – $25
- Student Artist – $25
Basic Membership Benefits
All dues-paying members of the Arts Council receive the following:
• Send at least 1 representative to workshops and seminars hosted by the Arts Council
• 1 vote at the annual membership meeting
• Invitation to the Seefeldt Award for Arts Excellence Ceremony
• Listing in the Arts Council online membership directory and website
• Collaboration with other organizations and individuals in the arts community
• Media promotion of arts-related programs, announcements, performances and more
• Eligible for discounted school use rates at PWC Public Schools
• Eligible for discount booking rate on Amphitheater performance at Locust Shade Park, PWC
• Arts Alive! performance opportunity
• Link to organization/business’ website and/or social media profiles on Council webpage
• Reservation of Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza at no cost*
* Regarding the use of the Connaughton Plaza – any PWCAC member who wishes to use the plaza for performance practice/rehearsal must reach out to Cheryl Harris to request the date and time for use. For any reservations less than 4 hours, there is ZERO charge for a group to use the stage. Any length of time exceeding 4 hours will incur a $300 usage fee.
Additional Membership Benefits for Non-Profit Organizations
- All Basic Membership Benefits Plus
- Eligible to serve on Board of Directors
- Early reservation of Ferlazzo Building rental space
- Eligible for Technical Assistance Grant (must be paid by 10/1)
Annual Membership Cost (Based on most recent fiscal year budget)
- Budget Below $10,000 – $50
- $10,000 – $49,999 – $75
- $50,000 – $99,999 – $125
- $100,000 – $249,999 – $125
- $250,000 and above – $150
Basic Membership Benefits:
All dues-paying members of the Arts Council receive the following:
• Send at least 1 representative to workshops and seminars hosted by the Arts Council
• 1 vote at the annual membership meeting
• Invitation to the Seefeldt Award for Arts Excellence Ceremony
• Listing in the Arts Council online membership directory and website
• Collaboration with other organizations and individuals in the arts community
• Media promotion of arts-related programs, announcements, performances and more
• Eligible for discounted school use rates at PWC Public Schools
• Eligible for discount booking rate on Amphitheater performance at Locust Shade Park, PWC
• Arts Alive! performance opportunity
• Link to organization/business’ website and/or social media profiles on Council webpage
• Reservation of Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza at no cost*
* Regarding the use of the Connaughton Plaza – any PWCAC member who wishes to use the plaza for performance practice/rehearsal must reach out to Cheryl Harris to request the date and time for use. For any reservations less than 4 hours, there is ZERO charge for a group to use the stage. Any length of time exceeding 4 hours will incur a $300 usage fee.
Additional Membership Benefits For-Profit Organizations & Businesses
- All Basic Membership Benefits Plus
- Eligible to serve on Board of Directors
- Eligible for Technical Assistance Grant (if paid by 10/1)
Membership Cost (Annually)
For-Profit Arts Organization: $150
For-Profit Business Supporter: $150
For organizations and individuals not based in Prince William County, Manassas or Manassas Park
Basic Membership Benefits:
All dues-paying members of the Arts Council receive the following:
• Send at least 1 representative to workshops and seminars hosted by the Arts Council
• 1 vote at the annual membership meeting
• Invitation to the Seefeldt Award for Arts Excellence Ceremony
• Listing in the Arts Council online membership directory and website
• Collaboration with other organizations and individuals in the arts community
• Media promotion of arts-related programs, announcements, performances and more
• Eligible for discounted school use rates at PWC Public Schools
• Eligible for discount booking rate on Amphitheater performance at Locust Shade Park, PWC
• Arts Alive! performance opportunity
• Link to organization/business’ website and/or social media profiles on Council webpage
• Reservation of Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza at no cost*
* Regarding the use of the Connaughton Plaza – any PWCAC member who wishes to use the plaza for performance practice/rehearsal must reach out to Cheryl Harris to request the date and time for use. For any reservations less than 4 hours, there is ZERO charge for a group to use the stage. Any length of time exceeding 4 hours will incur a $300 usage fee.
Associate Membership Cost: $150