Mission
To inspire a more vibrant community by elevating the humanities, promoting local arts, cultivating innovative experiences and offering an inclusive public space for civic engagement.
Vision
State College becomes a cultural destination that’s energized by local artists and innovative changemakers.
Values
- Importance of an energetic downtown
- Change that is community-driven
- The transformative power of art
- Fostering diversity and inclusion
- Constant evolution
Leadership Team
Erica Quinn
Executive Director
Artist, Advocate, Educator and Community Catalyst
Spud Marshall
Innovation Director
Founder of the co.space, New Leaf and My Creative Community
Elena Quinones
Outreach & Events Coordinator
Local art enjoyer and community space enthusiast
Jason Browne
Board Chair
Radio Host, Co-Owner of Streamer
James Tierney
Board Treasurer
Co-Founder of Happy Valley Improv and Economics Lecturer
Robyn Krause-Hale
Board Member
Arts Lover and Development Specialist for Penn State Arts & Architecture
Molly Kunkel
Board Member
Community Builder and Executive Director of Centre Foundation
Jeff Erickson
Board Member
Retired Entrepreneur & Marketer, Traveler and Arts Aficionado
Don Bedell
Board Member
Musician, Music Lover and Director of Business Support at WPSU
Lauren Steinberg
Board Member
Creative Life Enthusiast and Senior Director of Development for Penn State Ag Sciences