The Arts and Humanities Alliance of Jefferson County
The Arts and Humanities Alliance (AHA!) is part of Jefferson County’s vigorous arts community. An astonishing range of creative people live and work in Jefferson County, using their talents to create poetry, pottery, paintings, plays, performance, photographs, novels, histories, fabric art, sculpture, carvings, installations, music and dance and the fine art and culture in all its glorious forms. Artist studios, galleries museums, theaters, readings and concerts abound.
AHA! of Jefferson County is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that exists to encourage and support the dynamic role arts and culture play in the county. Our mission is to preserve the rich history and culture of Jefferson County, encourage and assist creative opportunities for all citizens, facilitate communication between arts and humanities organizations and the community at large, and applaud and promote cultural groups and individuals in cultural efforts.
Founded in 1975 as the Jefferson County Arts Council, AHA! is a membership organization every resident may join. Also a United Way organization, AHA! works with volunteers and professionals throughout the community to encourage and support arts and humanities programs.
In 2010, AHA! led the effort that awarded Jefferson County the West Virginia Certified Arts Community designation.
Current Happenings
Here is another opportunity to be of service to the Creative Community in Jefferson County - AHA Board Application Form - Please print out the form then fill it in and send back to our PO Box.
Mission Statement
The mission of AHA is:
- to preserve the rich history and culture of Jefferson County,
- to encourage creative opportunity for all its citizens,
- to facilitate communication between those involved in the arts and humanities and the community at large, and
- to assist cultural groups and individuals in educational and developmental efforts.
Arts and Humanities Alliance • P.O. Box 2051 • Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Contact Us at - info@ahajc.org
