Mission
The mission of St. Mary’s County Arts Council is to invest in the arts and increase the awareness of the value of the arts and how the arts can enhance the quality of our community and our individual lives.
Vision
The vision of St. Mary’s County Arts Council is to provide leadership to arts organizations and artists, encourage new creative endeavors by artists and arts organizations in St. Mary’s County and invest in the cultural treasures specific to St. Mary’s County.
Explore our website to learn about the vibrant arts community in our county and the Southern Maryland region!
St. Mary’s County Arts Council (SMCAC) is a sub-granting organization, receiving funding from the state via the Maryland State Arts Council, to re-grant for community events, public art projects, local school art programing, high school scholarships, and more!
Our Gallery & Gift Shop is lcated in the heart of Downtown Leonardtown. Stop by to shop and attend one of our special events!
Our community gallery partnerships include the St. Mary’s County libraries, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Port of Leonardtown Winery, and St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen. In collaboration with SMCAC, these locations provide on-site gallery spaces featuring rotating art shows and exhibitions.