Welcome
Welcome to the Arts & Humanities Alliance of Jefferson County WV website. Learn more about our organization and upcoming events and activities here. New events posted on 05/16/2009. New AHA Voice (newsletter) was posted on 03/02/2009.
In 2008, AHA commissioned the development of a Cultural Plan which has become part of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, and serves as a road map to the cultural life in our community. To read this document, click on Cultural Plan. Also see the article in the 2008 AHA Voice.
Links for the Cultural Life - NEW
Jefferson County invites you to enjoy enjoy our rich heritage and a cultural life that is full to overflowing. Meet an astonishing range of creative talent in the arts, dance, music, theater, fine art and folk art. Special events take place every weekend. Visit artists’ studios, galleries, and museums, view indy films or see live stage productions. The arts and humanities play a dynamic role in our community. To find links to arts and historical organizations and events, click on the Cultural Links page.
Rise and Shine Summer Camp
For information of this AHA sponsored camp, click on the AHA Events & Activities page.
RSVP to PritchardP@aol.com by noon, June 18, 2009
Click HERE to see the revised AHA bylaws
Meetings
Meetings are held at 7:00pm, usually the 3rd Monday of every month at the Fire Hall Gallery in Charles Town. For additional information on meeting dates and location please contact Peter Corum (pcorum@franklinamerican.com) or (304) 283-2467.
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.
Funded by West Virginia Commission
on the Arts
Arts and Humanities Alliance • P.O. Box 2051 • Shepherdstown, WV 25443 • (304) 283-2467
