PURPOSE
Thunder Bay Arts Council, Inc. is organized as a Michigan Non-profit Corporation with 501c3 status for receiving charitable gifts. The Council has an all volunteer Board of Directors governing daily operations and programming of the Council's activities, including Member and Patron levels of involvement comprising the Council as a whole and its financial viability. This page of our website is intended to provide reference to our organizations, it's Board and our governing documents and associations.
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​The Thunder Bay Arts Council, Inc. has served Alpena and Northeast Michigan through its volunteer board and officers since 1971. We believe that promotion of the visual and performing arts makes a lasting difference for everyone in our community. Please enjoy this website, our social media contacts and postings, and all that we have to offer; and kindly consider contributing your time, talents and resources for the arts through and with us.
OUR
STORY
BRAND REFRESH
REFOCUSING A CREATIVE BRAND FOR A NEW ERA
Taking inspiration from the Blue Heron, the TBA logo is a signifier of our core value pillars (Tradition, People, Expression and Versatility) while bringing in the storytelling aesthetics (Timelessness, Nature, and Performance) of our mission and programming. Without being overly nature-focused, we pay homage to our surrounding area and incorporated neon elements from classic and communal diner motifs - inspiring tradition and timelessness with a modern edge. Ultimately, our goal is to bring together the refreshed design aesthetic and brand experience to our revered patrons and newcomers alike.
CORE VALUES
PILLAR I
TRADITION
We value our roots
An important part of our future is to build upon the successes of our past and to learn from our challenges to showcase creative expression for new generations to come.
PILLAR II
PEOPLE
We grow creativity
It is our responsibility to seek out, cultivate and encourage the arts community. Our patrons, our artists and our stakeholders propel our mission forward.
PILLAR III
EXPRESSION
We encourage experiences
We encourage expression across multiple art forms and work to create environments of learning, discovery and exposure.
PILLAR IV
VERSATILITY
We proactively adapt
We seek out opportunities in an ever-changing landscape and remain moldable in our approach.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Thunder Bay Arts Council, Inc. is to promote, support, and preserve the arts through performance, education, and leadership.
LEADERSHIP
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
STAFF
Ann Diamond
PRESIDENT
Clint Kendziorski
1ST VICE PRESIDENT
Tim Kuehnlein
2ND VICE PRESIDENT
Midge Connon
SECRETARY
Marsette Dubie
TREASURER
Monte Jahnke
Barr, Gail
Baumgardner, Roger
Connon, Midge
Decker, Marga
Diamond, Ann
Dubie, Marsette
Gentry, Dawn
Kendziorski, Clint
Kuehnlein, Tim
Lemke, Cheryl
McGillis, Kathleen
Murray, Carol
Norton, Linda
Rabeau, Ruth
Smith, Elaine
Stewart, Jean
Winslow, Carol
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Mary Louise Hart, Member Emeritus
Jillian Seguin, Honorary Member
Michelle Miller
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PAST PRESIDENT
DOCUMENTS & TRANSPARENCY
The mission of Thunder Bay Arts Council, Inc. is to promote, support, and preserve the arts through performance, education, and leadership.
BY-LAWS
ANNUAL
REPORT
CULTURAL DATA PROJECT
FUNDERS REPORT
STRATEGIC PLAN
ORGANIZATIONAL
GUIDE
ACCESSIBILITY
PLAN