Mission & Vision
We seed and sustain a vibrant cultural ecosystem that fuels connection, arts-based community engagement, and local economic vitality. By offering space, support, and visibility, we empower artists, cultural entrepreneurs, and changemakers to shape the future of our region, our culture, and our collective story.
We envision the Centre Region as a thriving cultural web where creativity powers community interconnectedness, drives transformation, and shapes a bold, inclusive future.
We believe that supporting artists today ensures vibrant resources for our community tomorrow. By investing in local artists, grassroots initiatives, and community leaders, we help the buds of civic life bloom, allow economic vitality to flourish, and build a region alive with possibility.
Impact Reports
Leadership Team
Erica Quinn
Executive Director
Artist, Advocate, Educator and Community Catalyst
Elena Quinones
Assistant Director
Poet, Art Enjoyer
Nicole Gargiulo
Curator and Consultant
Musician, Artist, Somatic Creativity Facilitator, Contemplative Sea Creature
Jean Roman
Operations Administrator
Educator, Singer and Songwriter, Nurturer
Eston Martz
Board President
Musician, Writer and Associate Director of Membership Marketing for the Penn State Alumni Association
Lauren Steinberg
Board Vice President
Creative Life Enthusiast and Senior Director of Development for Penn State Ag Sciences
Ted Graef
Board Treasurer
Hiker, Entrepreneur and Director, PSU Engineering Entrepreneurship Program
Sarah Hamilton
Board Secretary
Early childhood advocate, art seeker, and Education Program Manager for WPSU
Jason Browne
Board Member
Radio Host, Co-Owner of Streamer
Terry Watson
Board Member
Assistant Director for Student Disability Services at Penn State World Campus and the founder of Strategies for Justice. He enjoys writing, art, and engaging the community
Lindsey Landfried
Board Member
Champion of the arts through relationship building, resource stewardship, and designing tools and programs that contribute to transformative arts experiences
Brandon
Board Member
Performer/Teacher/Director of Improvised Theater. DEIB Director at Happy Valley Improv, Producer of Battle at the Brick
John Bagby
Board Member
Musician, Writer, Educator
Carolyne Meehan
Board Member
Teaching Artist, Breathwork Facilitator, Community Connector, Writer
Ann Holt
Board Member
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