Winterville Arts Council

The WAC is made up of area residents who are artists, writers, and supporters of the arts. Its mission is to support local artists and to promote the unique character of Winterville through engagement with the arts.

Current activities include:

Curating quarterly art exhibits at the Winterville Community Center (WCC)
Hosting readings by local poets and writers
Sponsoring and creating public art installations
Pursuing grants and raising money to fund the ongoing renovation of the Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture (MAAC) and future restoration of the second floor of the WCC
Writing and publishing the Winterville Gazette
Assisting with the Winterville Marigold Festival
Maintaining a database of local artists and writers

If you are interested in supporting creativity in our public schools, government, and businesses, and interesting in shaping the future of Winterville as a center for the arts, please visit our website for more information: https://wintervilleartscouncil.org

Contest FAQ:

When will the winners be decided/announced?
Voting will take place between the 20th and 21st. Winners will know they've won when they see their reward within the following few days.

So...What do I get if I win?
Aside from the bragging rights, you'll be loaned a winner sign for your lawn which also identifies the category you won in. You don't have to do anything; you'll just see a sign proclaiming you as the winner on your lawn at some point. Let every passerby know of your decorating prowess!

Is there a deadline to sign my decorations up?
Yes! The last day to submit your decorations is December 15th.

Who will be voting on decorations?
We're keeping that confidential. We don't want a repeat of the gingerbread bribery scandal of 1996 after all.

Is the contest being hosted by the Winterville Arts Council?
No, the contest is being run by local Winterville volunteers.